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Ahead Turkey Gravy

Make Ahead Turkey Gravy: Rich, Velvety Flavor for Thanksgiving

Discover the ultimate Make Ahead Turkey Gravy recipe, ensuring rich flavors and stress-free holiday cooking.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gravy Base
  • 1 cup Olive Oil Adds moisture during roasting; substitute with avocado oil if desired.
  • 2 pieces Yellow Onions Halved, skin left on.
  • 2 pieces Carrots Chopped into 2-inch pieces; substitute with parsnips.
  • 3 pieces Celery Stalks Chopped into 2-inch pieces; can be omitted.
  • 1 head Garlic Cut in half horizontally.
  • 1 package of 3 Turkey Wings Thawed; can substitute with chicken wings.
  • Kosher Salt Enhances flavor; sea salt is a suitable substitute.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adds spice; white pepper can be used.
  • 6 sprigs Thyme Provides herbal flavor; substitute with poultry seasoning.
  • 0.5 cup Dry White Wine Deglazing ingredient; can replace with chicken broth.
  • 6 cups Turkey Stock Forms the liquid base; chicken stock can be used.
For Thickening
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Binds the roux and adds richness; margarine can be alternative.
  • 6 tablespoons Wondra Instant Flour Thickens the gravy without lumps; can substitute with all-purpose flour.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • roasting pan
  • medium saucepan
  • Mesh Sieve
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400℉ (200℃). Gather your roasting pan and drizzle olive oil in the bottom.
  2. In the roasting pan, place the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Nestle the turkey wings and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 1 hour.
  3. Remove the pan from the oven, pour in the wine to deglaze, and scrape the bottom. Add turkey stock and roast for an additional 45 minutes.
  4. Let the pan cool slightly, remove the turkey wings, and strain the liquid into a bowl.
  5. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the Wondra flour to create a roux.
  6. Slowly add the warm broth to the roux while whisking until the gravy thickens to desired consistency.
  7. Allow the gravy to cool briefly before storing in an airtight container or serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve this flavorful gravy over turkey or mashed potatoes for a holiday feast, and make ahead for convenience.

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