Make Ahead Gravy for Turkey Recipe
Cooking a big holiday meal is very stressful. You want the turkey to stay warm. That is why this Make Ahead Gravy for Turkey Recipe is perfect.
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring Cups
- Fine mesh strainer
- Glass jar
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 Cup All Purpose Flour
- 4 Cups Turkey Stock
- 1 Small Onion
- 2 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
- 1 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: First, melt a little butter in the pan. Add chopped onions and herbs. Cook them until they smell very good.
- Make the Roux: Add the rest of the butter. Let it melt completely. Whisk in the flour slowly. Cook it until it turns golden brown.
- Add the Liquid: Pour in the stock very slowly. Keep whisking while you pour. This prevents any flour clumps from forming.
- Simmer and Thicken: Let the gravy bubble gently. Turn the heat down to low. Stir it often for ten minutes. It will become thick and glossy.
- Season to Taste: Add your salt and pepper now. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce. Taste it to see if it is perfect.
- Strain the Gravy: Pour the mixture through a strainer. This removes the onion bits and herbs. You are left with pure silk.
Notes
➔ Use high quality stock for the best flavor profile.
➔ Whisk constantly to keep the texture very smooth.
➔ Cook the flour well to remove the raw taste.
➔ Add turkey drippings later for extra rich flavor.
➔ Keep the heat low to avoid burning the butter.
➔ Let the gravy cool before putting it in jars.