Best 8 Fool Proof Giblet Gravy Recipes

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Giblet gravy is a traditional dish commonly served with roasted turkey or chicken during special occasions like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or other festive gatherings. It elevates the meal with its rich, savory, and flavorful taste. This culinary creation is crafted using the edible giblets of the bird, such as the heart, gizzard, and liver, along with a combination of aromatic vegetables, herbs, and a flavorful liquid base. The resulting gravy complements the main course perfectly, adding depth and complexity to the overall dining experience.

This article offers a foolproof recipe for giblet gravy, providing detailed instructions to guide you through the process of creating this delectable sauce. Additionally, it includes variations and tips to customize the gravy according to your preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer a classic giblet gravy recipe or one with a modern twist, this article has it all. So, get ready to explore the delicious world of giblet gravy and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GIBLET GRAVY



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Here's how to make the perfect turkey gravy. Ree Drummond's giblet gravy recipe is luscious, irresistible, and deserves a spot on your Thanksgiving table!

Categories     Thanksgiving     comfort food     poultry     side dish     snack

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Giblets and neck, saved from the uncooked turkey
Drippings from roasted turkey
1/2 c. all-purpose flour (more if needed)
4 c. no-sodium chicken, turkey, or vegetable broth (more if needed)
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • First, take the giblets and neck from the raw turkey and cover them with water by 2 inches in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer it for 1 hour to both to cook the meat and to make a giblet broth for the gravy.
  • Remove the giblets and neck from the water (don't worry; they're supposed to look really grody) and set them aside. Keep the giblet broth in the saucepan for later.
  • When you're ready to make the gravy, pour all the drippings from the turkey roasting pan into a bowl. Set the pan back onto the stove. Let the drippings sit and separate naturally, then use a ladle to carefully separate the fat from the liquid drippings (the fat will be on top, while the drippings will settle at the bottom).
  • Turn the heat to medium and add about 1 cup of the fat back into the roasting pan. Sprinkle the flour all over the fat and immediately begin whisking it around to make a paste. Add more flour or fat as needed to create the right consistency: You want the mixture to be a stirrable paste and not overly greasy. If it looks a little greasy, whisk in a little more flour. Once the paste/roux is the right consistency, whisk it slowly for a few minutes, allowing it to cook to a deep golden brown color. A nice brown roux is the secret to good gravy, baby!
  • Once the roux is ready, pour in 1 cup of the drippings (the stuff that separated from the fat earlier) and the chicken or turkey broth, whisking constantly. Then just let the gravy cook and thicken, whisking constantly for 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, use your fingers to remove as much of the neck meat as you can and chop up the giblets into fine pieces. Add as much of the meat to the gravy as you'd like: Add it all if you like a really chunky giblet gravy, add a little less if you like the gravy more smooth.
  • If the gravy seems too thick, add more broth and/or a little of the reserved giblet broth (the water used to cook the giblets.) Finally, season the gravy with a little bit of salt and plenty of black pepper! (Be sure to taste it and make sure the seasoning is perfect.) Serve the gravy piping hot at the table.

GIBLET GRAVY



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bag giblets
Turkey drippings
5 to 6 tablespoons flour
2 to 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pour the contents of the giblet bags into a large saucepan. Cover with water and boil until cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn off the heat and set aside. Remove the giblets from the pan, allow them to cool, and then chop up the gizzards and liver. Pick the meat from the neck. Discard the bones.
  • Pour all the turkey drippings out of the roasting pan into a separate container. Allow grease to separate from the juices. Ladle out the fat into another bowl.
  • Place the roasting pan over 2 burners over medium heat (there should be lots of yummy brown bits in the pan). Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of the fat back into the pan. Whisk it around to evenly distribute it throughout the pan. Sprinkle 5 to 6 tablespoons of flour over the grease and whisk to combine it with the fat, loosening the bits from the bottom of the pan a little in the process. Cook the roux until it becomes a deep golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly. Add 2 to 4 cups, depending on your need. Cook the gravy, whisking gently, until the mixture begins to thicken. Pour in a little bit of the turkey drippings, but be aware that because the brine is so salty, these drippings are very salty. Keep cooking the gravy until thick, adding in chopped giblets, to taste, as well as plenty of black pepper. Use the giblet water from the saucepan to thin the gravy if it gets too thick.
  • Serve when very thick and flavorful.

FOOLPROOF GRAVY



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Make your Thanksgiving or other special-occasion dinner easy with this can't-miss recipe. Use the drippings from your roasted turkey, and the gravy is done in just 20 minutes. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Drippings from 1 roasted turkey
1/2 to 1 cup turkey or chicken broth
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Pour drippings into a 2-cup measuring cup. Skim and discard fat. Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 2 cups; transfer to a small saucepan and bring to a boil., In a small bowl, whisk flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into drippings mixture. Stir in the bouillon granules, poultry seasoning and white pepper. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

GIBLET GRAVY



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We're about to let you in on a secret: The key to smooth and richly flavored turkey gravy lies within the bird itself. We're talking about the giblets. Giblet gravy turns out meaty and luscious, and you can certainly pull it off-even on your first try. We'll show you how it's done with this surefire recipe. Once you get a taste of the depth of flavor that results from turning those odd bits into gravy, you'll never look back. Mashed potatoes and biscuits will forever be better, and your guests will certainly be satisfied!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Turkey giblets (from whole turkey, thawed if frozen)
2 medium stalks celery, sliced (1 cup)
1 medium onion, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Drippings from roasted turkey
About 1/4 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton), if needed
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place giblets (except liver); add enough water to cover. Add celery, onion, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 1 to 2 hours or until giblets are tender. Add liver during last 15 minutes of cooking.
  • Drain giblet mixture, reserving broth and giblets. Discard celery and onion.
  • After removing turkey from roasting pan, remove 1/2 cup drippings (turkey juices and fat); reserve. Pour remaining drippings into 2-cup measuring cup; add enough giblet broth and chicken broth to measure 2 cups; set aside.
  • Place reserved 1/2 cup drippings in roasting pan or 12-inch skillet. Stir in flour. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly and scraping up brown bits in pan, until smooth and browned. Gradually stir in 2 cups broth mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils and thickens. Remove meat from neck; finely chop meat and giblets and add to gravy if desired. Stir in salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

FOOL PROOF GIBLET GRAVY



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I found this recipe in Woman's Day magazine 11/1991. I never had enough gravy for meals with guests and it was such a last minute hassel. This recipe is foolproof, makes 6-7 cups of lump free gravy and can be made up to 3 days prior to meal, although I have done the day before. I have adapted to make pork or beef gravy as well,...

Provided by Marilyn McDonough

Categories     Gravies

Time 2h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

turkey neck and giblets
6 c chicken broth ( i use low fat, low salt can broth)
2 large onions, sliced
1 c sliced carrots
1 c dry white wine or water
1/2 c celery leaves
STAGE II-THICKEN BROTH
6 Tbsp butter or margarine, at room temperature
3/4 c all-purpose flour
STAGE III-FINISH GRAVY
turkey drippings
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Stage I: Make Broth Up to 3 days ahead cut turkey neck and heart in half. Put into a large saucepan along with gizzard and remaining broth ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer gently, uncovered, 1 ½ hours. Add liver and simmer 30 minutes longer or until gizzard is very tender. Remove giblets to a cutting board. Strain broth into a large cup measure, pressing vegetables to extract as much broth as possible. Discard vegetables. Add water to broth if needed, to make 6 cups. Chop giblets and neck meat. Refrigerate in covered container.
  • 2. Stage II: Thicken Broth Meanwhile mash butter and flour with a fork or back of spoon until blended to a paste. Break into 4 chunks. Bring broth to a boil, reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in flour mixture 1 chunk at a time, until blended. Whisk until thickened and boiling. Boil 3 minutes longer to cook out any "floury" taste. Cover surface of gravy with waxed paper or plastic wrap to keep a skin from forming. Refrigerate.
  • 3. Stage III: Finish Gravy After turkey is removed from roasting pan: spoon fat off pan drippings and discard. Stir juices in pan (add up to 2 cups water if juices have evaporated), scraping up brown bits on bottom of pan. Add no more than 2 cups to gravy (or it will be too thin). Stir in giblets and neck meat. Heat over medium-low heat until hot. Season to taste. Makes 6 to 7 cups.

FOOLPROOF GIBLET GRAVY



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Learn how to make gravy recipes at Womansday.com.

Categories     giblet gravy     gravy

Time 3h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

Turkey neck and giblets
6 c. chicken broth
2 large onions
1 c. Sliced Carrots
1 c. dry white wine or water
1/2 c. celery leaves
6 tbsp. butter or margarine
3/4 c. all-purpose flour
Turkey drippings
Salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut turkey neck and heart in half. Put into a large saucepan along with gizzard, chicken broth, onions, carrots, wine, and celery leaves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer gently, uncovered, 1 1/2 hours. Add liver; simmer 30 minutes more or until gizzard is very tender.
  • Remove giblets to a cutting board. Strain broth into a large cup measure, pressing vegetables to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard vegetables. Add extra water to broth if needed to make 6 cups. Chop giblets and neck meat. Refrigerate in covered container.
  • Mash butter and flour with a fork or back of a spoon until blended to a paste. Break into 4 chunks.
  • Bring broth to a boil in a medium-size saucepan. Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in flour mixture, 1 chunk at a time, until well blended. Whisk until thickened and boiling. Boil 3 minutes to cook out floury taste.
  • After turkey is removed from roasting pan: Pour pan drippings into a 2-cup measure. Spoon fat off top and discard. Add enough water to equal 2 cups. Pour back into roasting pan. Stir in giblets and neck meat. Heat over medium-low heat, scraping up brown bits on bottom of pan, until hot. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories

GIBLET GRAVY I



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My Mother has been making this gravy every year at Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinners for about 50 years. It's really good on mashed potatoes, cornbread dressing and the turkey.

Provided by Mary48

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes     Turkey Gravy Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 giblets from a turkey
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 stalk celery, halved
¼ yellow onion
1 quart water
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
4 hard-cooked eggs
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup milk

Steps:

  • In a 2 quart saucepan, simmer the giblets, salt, pepper, bouillon, celery and onion in 1 quart of water for 40 to 50 minutes.
  • Discard celery, onion and gizzard. Chop liver and neck meat and return to pan. Add chicken broth or if you have a turkey, use drippings (about 1 1/2 cups and 1 can of chicken broth).
  • Chop eggs and add to broth. Mix cornstarch and milk together and slowly add to broth. Stir well until thickened. Reduce heat to low.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 130.4 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 530.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

PERFECT GIBLET GRAVY



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You will want to drizzle this luscious gravy on everything on your plate! How can you go wrong with Southern Living?

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 turkey giblets, and neck from 1 turkey
4 cups water
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 egg yolks
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
fresh parsley sprig, garnish

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large, hot skillet; add vegetables, and sauté.
  • Add flour, stirring constantly until smooth and combined.
  • Add reserved broth, whisking constantly, until thickened.
  • Proceed with recipe as directed.
  • Bring giblets, neck, and 4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 45 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain, reserving broth.
  • Chop giblets and neck meat, and set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; add chopped vegetables, and sauté 5 minutes.
  • Add flour, stirring until smooth.
  • Add reserved broth; cook, stirring constantly, 10 minutes or until thickened.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Remove vegetables using a hand-held, wire-mesh strainer, and discard, leaving gravy in skillet.
  • Whisk together egg yolks and half-and-half.
  • Gradually stir about one-fourth of hot gravy into yolk mixture; add to remaining hot gravy.
  • Add giblets and neck meat; cook, stirring constantly, 4 to 5 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160°.
  • Stir in salt, pepper, and seasoning.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Garnish, if desired.
  • Makes 4 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.1, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 17.6, Cholesterol 173.8, Sodium 495.9, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 4.1

Tips:

  • Choose fresh giblets: Fresh giblets are essential for making flavorful gravy. Look for giblets that are plump and have a light pink color.
  • Clean the giblets thoroughly: Rinse the giblets under cold water and remove any excess fat or connective tissue. You can also use a kitchen shears to trim away any large pieces of fat.
  • Simmer the giblets for at least 1 hour: Simmering the giblets in water or broth helps to extract their flavor and make a rich, flavorful gravy. You can simmer the giblets for longer if you want a more concentrated flavor.
  • Strain the giblets and reserve the cooking liquid: Once the giblets are cooked, strain them from the cooking liquid and set them aside. You can use the cooking liquid to make the gravy.
  • Make a roux: A roux is a mixture of flour and butter that is used to thicken the gravy. To make a roux, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until the mixture is smooth and golden brown.
  • Add the cooking liquid to the roux: Gradually whisk the cooking liquid into the roux until the mixture is smooth and thick. Bring the gravy to a simmer and cook for at least 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Season the gravy to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add herbs, such as thyme or sage, for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Giblet gravy is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of meals. It is a great way to use up leftover giblets from a roasted turkey or chicken. With a little planning and effort, you can make a delicious giblet gravy that will be the perfect addition to your next meal.

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