Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy Recipe
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Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

By: SUE1956 
"I discovered this excellent Thanksgiving gravy recipe years ago! It is gravy that, unlike most, can be made AHEAD of time. The gravy will keep for 3 months when frozen in an airtight container."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (185)

Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
2 Hrs
Ready In:
2 Hrs 30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 6 turkey wings
  • 2 medium onions, peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 quarts chicken broth, divided
  • 3/4 cup chopped carrot
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Arrange a single layer of turkey wings in a large roasting pan. Scatter the onions over the top of the wings. Roast in the preheated oven for 1-1/4 hours or until wings are browned.
  2. Place browned wings and onions in a 5 quart stockpot. Add water to roasting pan and stir, scraping up any brown bits on the bottom of the pan. Pour the the water from the pan into the stockpot. Stir in 6 cups broth, carrot, and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 1-1/2 hours.
  3. Remove wings from the pot and place on a cutting board. When the wings are cool, pull off the skin and meat. Discard the skin and save the meat for another use. Strain contents of stockpot through a large strainer into a 3 quart saucepan. Press on the vegetables to extract any remaining liquid. Discard the vegetables and skim the fat off the liquid. Bring the contents of the pot to a gentle boil.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk flour into the remaining 2 cups chicken broth until smooth. Gradually whisk the flour mixture into the simmering turkey broth; simmer 3-4 minutes or until the gravy has thickened. Stir in the butter and pepper. Serve immediately or pour into containers and refrigerate or freeze.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 59 | Total Fat: 2.8g | Cholesterol: 15mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 21, 2007 by Momma G Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I'm only giving this a 4 but I think it could be a 5 if the directions are changed slightly. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 24, 2007 by clearisfullheart Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I was seriously skeptical of any gravy that could hold up for a couple of days and not turn...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 16, 2007 by KXR173   view full review
This recipe is a life save on Thanksgiving day. The gravy is DELICIOUS and it takes all the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 27, 2007 by secretsmile   view full review
If I could give this 500 STARS I WOULD 8 - ) I followed as directed almost exactly (scaled in...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2007 by ALLISONWUNDRLAND   view full review
Excellent recipe! One less stressful item to have to worry about on Thanksgiving! I made a few...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2008 by SUNNY681   view full review
Yes, this gravy tasted pretty good. However, I only gave it 3 stars because I just don't...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 28, 2007 by Judy   view full review
I have used this recipe (but add celery and carrots) and it seems like extra work, but you can...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2008 by minolta   view full review
Delicious and so much less stressful to have it done ahead. My mom, who has sworn by her...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2008 by Theresa   view full review
This is a terrific recipe. I made it just as written and the flavor was exactly right. It...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2007 by Tonya   view full review
Lifesaver! I had a wonderfull cooking experiance for thanksgiving mostly because I didn't have...

 

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