Ina Garten Turkey Gravy Recipe
If you want rich, smooth and flavorful gravy for your holiday meal, you will love this Ina Garten turkey gravy recipe. It is simple, classic and packed with deep roasted flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups turkey drippings or broth
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme optional
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream optional
Instructions
Collect the Pan Drippings
- Pour turkey drippings into a bowl. Let fat rise to the top for easy skimming.
Melt Butter in a Saucepan
- Place a saucepan over medium heat. Melt the butter until smooth and bubbling gently.
Add Flour to Make Roux
- Sprinkle flour into melted butter. Whisk fast until mixture turns light brown.
Cook the Roux
- Cook for two minutes. Stir nonstop to avoid burning and create smooth texture.
Add Turkey Drippings Slowly
- Pour turkey drippings slowly into the roux. Whisk fast to remove any lumps.
Add Chicken Stock
- Add chicken stock next. Keep whisking to blend everything into a smooth sauce.
Season the Gravy
- Add salt, black pepper, and thyme. Stir well and adjust seasoning as needed.
Simmer the Gravy
- Let the gravy simmer for four minutes. Stir gently until it becomes thick.
Add Cream for Rich Texture
- Add heavy cream if you want a richer and softer gravy flavor.
Strain the Gravy
- Pour gravy through a strainer if you want extra smooth texture.
Serve Warm
- Serve the gravy warm with turkey, potatoes, or stuffing.
Notes
- Use fresh turkey drippings for best flavor.
- Cook the flour long enough to avoid raw taste.
- Add stock slowly to prevent lumps.
- Taste and adjust seasoning at the end.
- Add cream only if you want richer taste.