THE BEST (DO-AHEAD) TURKEY GRAVY
Thought I'd post this recipe I found in the Nov. 2002 issue of Good Housekeeping magazine early (for those who don't suscribe). I have always made my turkey gravy (in large quantities) in advance of cooking Thanksgiving dinner (only so many burners, and limited oven space available on "turkey day"). I'm posting this recipe because I think its better than the one I've used for years, and any "short cut/advanced prep" that frees up oven/burner space on "turkey day" is a big help to me, so I wanted to share it with all my Zaar friends :) This recipe can be prepared up to 3 days in advance of serving, and reheated in the microwave when needed. BTW: Turkey wings can usually be had at a major discount at most supermarkets/butchers prior to the holidays, since they frequently remove the wings when they "package" the breast roasts. Ask your poultry supplier/butcher to put some aside for you ;)
Provided by Dee514
Categories Sauces
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 Cups (approx)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In deep 12 inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add turkey wings and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until golden on all sides.
- Add onions, carrots, celery and garlic, and cook 8-10 minutes or until turkey wings and vegetables are browned, stirring frequently.
- Transfer turkey and vegetables to a large bowl.
- Add wine to skillet, and stir until browned bits are loosened.
- Return turkey and veggies to skillet.
- Stir in broth, thyme and 3 cups water, heat to boiling over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes.
- Strain into an 8-cup measure or a large bowl; discard solids.
- Let broth stand a few seconds until fat separates from meat juice.
- Spoon 1/4 cup fat from broth into 2-quart saucepan; skim and discard any remaining fat.
- Add flour to fat in saucepan; cook, stirring over medium heat until flour turns golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in reserved broth and cook until gravy boils and thickens slightly, stirring constantly.
- Pour gravy into a 2-quart container or medium bowl, cover and refrigerate.
- At serving time, reheat gravy and add pan drippings (and/or cooked diced giblets) from the roast turkey if you like.
- Gravy can be reheated in microwave prior to serving.
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Charles Osarenoma
[email protected]This gravy looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Bilal Man (Layeko)
[email protected]I'm not sure why this recipe has so many positive reviews. It's just an average gravy recipe.
Oyinkansola Aduragbemi
[email protected]This recipe is missing some key ingredients. It needs more herbs and spices to give it some flavor.
Azhar Gujjar
[email protected]This gravy is way too salty. I had to add a lot of water to it to make it edible.
cringe Ferraro
[email protected]This gravy was a disappointment. It was bland and flavorless. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't turn out well.
Feijro Ekakiti
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey gravy, but this recipe changed my mind. This gravy is so flavorful and delicious, I could eat it on anything. It's definitely my new go-to gravy recipe.
Eddie Morris
[email protected]This gravy is a lifesaver! I'm always short on time on Thanksgiving, so I love that I can make this gravy ahead of time. It's also really easy to make, and it always turns out delicious.
Ximena Resendiz
[email protected]This gravy is amazing! I made it for our Christmas dinner and everyone raved about it. It's so flavorful and rich, and it really made the turkey taste even better. I will definitely be making this gravy again for future holiday dinners.
Esteban Cigarroa
[email protected]I've tried many make-ahead gravy recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so simple to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can make it a day or two ahead of time and then just reheat it when I'm ready to serve.
Mana Teejay
[email protected]This gravy was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! It was so easy to make ahead of time and it turned out perfectly. The flavor was rich and delicious, and it was the perfect addition to our turkey and mashed potatoes.