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The Best Turkey Gravy

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"This gravy takes a little work but it is sooooooo worth the time and effort." — JULZBROWN

Directions

Remove the wrapping, and place the giblets and turkey neck into a large saucepan with onion, celery, white pepper, and turkey gravy mix. Pour the chicken broth over the mixture, bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the turkey liver and set aside. Allow the stock to simmer for 2 1/2 more hours. Stock should equal about 3 cups; add more chicken broth if necessary. Remove the giblets and chop them if you want to put them back into the gravy. Chop the liver if desired. Strain the stock into a saucepan; discard bones and spent vegetables.
When the turkey is finished roasting, pour the drippings into a fat separator or bowl, and skim off the fat. In a bowl, whisk the quick-mixing flour with the pan drippings until smooth, then whisk the flour mixture into the stock. Bring the gravy mixture to a simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly, and add the chopped giblets, if desired.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 3 hrs 15 mins
READY IN 3 hrs 35 mins

Footnotes

Editor's Note
This recipe assumes that the turkey will produce about 1 1/2 cups of drippings after skimming. Actual amount may vary.
The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the stock ingredients. The actual amount of the ingredients consumed will vary. The nutrition data also includes the full amount of fat from the pan drippings, although the recipe calls for skimming the fat.

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Dec 10, 2011

I made a few changes to my original recipe and it turned out great! Maybe even better. I first browned the giblets in butter and then started the stock. also added brown gravy pack instead of turkey and it gave it a much richer flavor

—JULZBROWN

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Nov 05, 2010

It is worth the effort, very good gravy.

—sandyk

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Nov 25, 2011

My step-mother made this gravy and it was incredible! I know it was a little more effort, but it was so worth it! I'll be using this recipe next time I need turkey gravy.

—suew1127

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Nov 25, 2011

This truly was the best gravy! I was so proud of my gravy (which has never happened!)

—mojackcity

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Jan 27, 2012

This is nothing short of outstanding. Tried it on New Years and and the crowd went nuts.

—JR

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Nov 17, 2012

I'm truly surprised that this recipe does not have more reviews. . .it is truly the best turkey gravy (with the changes added by the author of course!) Soooooo worth the time!!!! Thank you!

—luvs2c00k

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Aug 22, 2012

Best.turkey.gravy.ever. I have never made turkey gravy before and this was definitely a winner! My family LOVED it and I'm worried they will eat more of the gravy than of the actual turkey legs I cooked also lol. Thank you for such a great recipe! I added the change that JULZBROWN said she added which was brown gravy and man that was the extra kick that just made it even that much more tasty!

—txs2step83

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Nov 23, 2012

the extra effort was well worth it. I made this gravy with the thanksgiving turkey and the gravy was a hit!!!

—inked1488

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Nutrition

Calories
229 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
4.9 g
2%

Cholesterol
42 mg
14%

Fat
20.3 g
31%

Fiber
0.3 g
1%

Protein
6.6 g
13%

Sodium
143 mg
6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

The Best Turkey Gravy

Serving Size: 1/20 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 20
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 229
** Calories from Fat: 182

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 20.3g 31 %
** Saturated Fat 6g 30 %
** Cholesterol 42mg 14 %
** Sodium 143mg 6 %
** Potassium 141mg 4 %
** Total Carbohydrates 4.9g 2 %
** Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1 %
** Protein 6.6g 13 %
** Sugars 1g
** Vitamin A 2 %
** Vitamin C 1 %
** Calcium 3 %
** Iron 6 %
** Thiamin 5 %
** Niacin 20 %
** Vitamin B6 9 %
** Magnesium 4 %
** Folate 10 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.