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Giblet Gravy

Smooth Giblet Gravy: Elevate Your Thanksgiving Feast Today

This giblet gravy combines savory turkey drippings with tender giblets, creating a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect for Thanksgiving.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Gravy
  • 1 set Giblets and Neck Rinse and reserve these parts from your turkey
  • 4 cups Drippings from Roasted Turkey Capture this liquid gold for flavor
  • 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour Plus more as needed; substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 4 cups No-Sodium Chicken, Turkey, or Vegetable Broth Enhances flavor without excess sodium
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • heatproof pitcher or bowl
  • Roasting Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the rinsed giblets and neck into a medium saucepan. Cover them with water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. After simmering, remove the giblets and neck from the water and allow them to cool slightly. Chop the giblets into fine pieces and pull the tender meat from the neck bones.
  3. Once your turkey is roasted to golden perfection, carefully pour the drippings into a heatproof pitcher or bowl and allow the fat to rise to the top.
  4. In the roasting pan, heat the fat over medium heat until shimmering. Sprinkle in ½ cup of flour while whisking to form a roux. Cook until deep golden brown, releasing a nutty aroma.
  5. Gradually pour in the reserved turkey drippings and broth while continuously whisking to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle boil and whisk as the gravy thickens.
  6. Stir in the finely chopped giblets and any meat pulled from the neck. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Once the gravy reaches your desired thickness, remove it from the heat and serve over your sliced turkey.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gIron: 2mg

Notes

Can be made gluten-free by substituting cornstarch for flour. Store in fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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