Best 3 Herbed Turkey Gravy Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade turkey gravy, a culinary masterpiece that elevates any roasted turkey dish to new heights. This versatile gravy is packed with rich, savory goodness, making it the perfect accompaniment to your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. Discover the secrets to creating a smooth, flavorful gravy that will leave your taste buds tantalized. Explore our collection of easy-to-follow recipes ranging from classic turkey gravy to variations infused with herbs, spices, and even a touch of sweetness. Get ready to elevate your holiday meals with this essential condiment that brings families and friends together.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROAST TURKEY WITH HERBED BREAD STUFFING AND GIBLET GRAVY



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Categories     Poultry     turkey     Roast     Thanksgiving     Stuffing/Dressing     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

12- to 14-lb kosher turkey, feathers removed if necessary, neck and giblets (excluding liver) reserved for making stock
Herbed bread stuffing
3/4 stick unsalted butter
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup water
For gravy
Pan juices reserved from turkey
4 cups turkey giblet stock
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Garnish: fresh sage, rosemary, and thyme sprigs

Steps:

  • Make turkey giblet stock and herbed bread stuffing.
  • Roast turkey:
  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Rinse turkey inside and out and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper inside and out. Loosely fill neck cavity with some of stuffing. Fold neck skin under body and fasten with a small skewer. Loosely fill body cavity with some stuffing and tie drumsticks together with kitchen string. Transfer remaining stuffing to a buttered 3-quart shallow baking dish and chill, covered. Secure wings to body with small skewers if desired for a nicer appearance.
  • Put turkey on a rack set in a flameproof roasting pan. Roast turkey in middle of oven 30 minutes. Melt 1/2 stick butter. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F and pour melted butter over turkey. Roast turkey, basting every 20 minutes, for 3 to 3 1/2 hours more, or until a thermometer inserted in center of stuffing in body cavity registers 165°F (thigh will be about 180°F). Transfer turkey to a heated platter and keep juices in pan. Remove skewers and discard string. Transfer stuffing from cavities to a serving dish and keep warm, covered. Let turkey stand at least 30 minutes and up to 45.
  • Increase temperature to 375°F. Stir together chicken broth and water and drizzle over uncooked stuffing in baking dish. Dot stuffing with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and bake in middle of oven 40 minutes while turkey stands; for moist stuffing, bake covered entire time; for less moist stuffing with a slightly crisp top, uncover after 10 minutes.
  • Make gravy:
  • Skim fat from pan juices and reserve 1/4 cup fat. Add 1 cup giblet stock to roasting pan and deglaze over moderately high heat, scraping up brown bits. Add to remaining 3 cups stock and bring to a simmer. Whisk together reserved fat and flour in a large heavy saucepan and cook roux over moderately low heat, whisking, 3 minutes. Add hot stock to roux in a fast stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, and simmer, whisking occasionally, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in additional juices from turkey platter and season gravy with salt and pepper.

ROAST TURKEY WITH HERBED BREAD STUFFING AND GIBLET GRAVY



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Make and share this Roast Turkey With Herbed Bread Stuffing and Giblet Gravy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Whole Turkey

Time 3h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

14 lbs turkey, neck and giblets reserved for making stock
3/8 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup water
pan juices, reserved from turkey
4 cups turkey giblet stock
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
fresh sage sprig, garnish
fresh rosemary sprig, garnish
fresh thyme sprig, garnish

Steps:

  • Make turkey giblet stock and herbed bread stuffing.
  • Roast turkey:.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Rinse turkey inside and out and pat dry.
  • Season with salt and pepper inside and out.
  • Loosely fill neck cavity with some of stuffing.
  • Fold neck skin under body and fasten with a small skewer.
  • Loosely fill body cavity with some stuffing and tie drumsticks together with kitchen string.
  • Transfer remaining stuffing to a buttered 3-quart shallow baking dish and chill, covered.
  • Secure wings to body with small skewers if desired for a nicer appearance.
  • Put turkey on a rack set in a flameproof roasting pan.
  • Roast turkey in middle of oven 30 minutes.
  • Melt 1/2 stick butter.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325°F and pour melted butter over turkey.
  • Roast turkey, basting every 20 minutes, for 3 to 3 1/2 hours more, or until a thermometer inserted in center of stuffing in body cavity registers 165°F (thigh will be about 180°F).
  • Transfer turkey to a heated platter and keep juices in pan.
  • Remove skewers and discard string.
  • Transfer stuffing from cavities to a serving dish and keep warm, covered.
  • Let turkey stand at least 30 minutes and up to 45.
  • Increase temperature to 375°F
  • Stir together chicken broth and water and drizzle over uncooked stuffing in baking dish.
  • Dot stuffing with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and bake in middle of oven 40 minutes while turkey stands; for moist stuffing, bake covered entire time; for less moist stuffing with a slightly crisp top, uncover after 10 minutes.
  • Make gravy:.
  • Skim fat from pan juices and reserve 1/4 cup fat.
  • Add 1 cup giblet stock to roasting pan and deglaze over moderately high heat, scraping up brown bits.
  • Add to remaining 3 cups stock and bring to a simmer.
  • Whisk together reserved fat and flour in a large heavy saucepan and cook roux over moderately low heat, whisking, 3 minutes.
  • Add hot stock to roux in a fast stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, and simmer, whisking occasionally, until thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in additional juices from turkey platter and season gravy with salt and pepper.
  • Note:.
  • If you choose not to cook your stuffing inside the bird, your turkey will take less time to roast, only about 2 to 3 hours (thigh should register 170°F).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1362.9, Fat 72.4, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 563.1, Sodium 541.2, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.1, Protein 162.9

HERBED TURKEY GRAVY



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This traditional gravy recipe works for any roasted meat or poultry. You'll get eight ¼-cup servings in 2 cups of gravy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Turkey drippings
1 to 1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Pour drippings and loosened browned bits into a 2-cup measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 1/4 cup. Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 2 cups. , In a small saucepan, combine flour and reserved fat until smooth. Gradually stir in the drippings mixture. Stir in the thyme, sage and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs will give your gravy a more flavorful and aromatic taste.
  • Roast the turkey neck and giblets: Roasting the turkey neck and giblets will add a rich flavor to your gravy.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your gravy. Use a broth that is made with real ingredients and has a good flavor.
  • Don't overcook the gravy: Overcooking the gravy will make it thick and gluey. Cook it just until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Season to taste: Taste the gravy and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

Herbed turkey gravy is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to enhance the flavor of your Thanksgiving turkey and other dishes. By following these tips, you can make a flavorful and delicious gravy that will impress your family and friends.

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