Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

Name: Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 4 c.
Ingredients: 3 1/2 lb. turkey wings (2 to 3) or chicken parts; 1 onion, cut into thick wedges; 2 carrots, cut into 2-in. pieces; 2 stalks celery, cut into 2-in. pieces; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 8 sprigs fresh thyme, divided; Kosher salt and pepper; 1 c. dry white wine; 3 to 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 4 tbsp. unsalted butter; 1/3 c. all-purpose flour

This from-scratch gravy recipe will be your new family favorite.

By Kate MerkerPublished: Sep 8, 2020

Tested by The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen

serving boat filled with make ahead gravy ontop of a pink folded napkin

Mike Garten

Yields:

4 c.

Total Time:

1 hr 40 mins

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This make-ahead turkey gravy recipe roasts turkey wings with veggies and herbs for full-bodied flavor without having to cook a whole bird. Bonus: You can make it up to 2 months in advance and stash it in the freezer.

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Ingredients

3 1/2 lb.
turkey wings (2 to 3) or chicken parts
1
onion, cut into thick wedges
2
carrots, cut into 2-in. pieces
2
stalks celery, cut into 2-in. pieces
3 Tbsp.
olive oil
2
sprigs fresh rosemary
8
sprigs fresh thyme, divided
Kosher salt and pepper
1 cup
dry white wine
3 to 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 Tbsp.
unsalted butter
1/3 cup
all-purpose flour

Directions

1. Step 1Heat oven to 400°F. In large roasting pan, toss turkey wings and vegetables with oil, rosemary, 4 sprigs thyme and 1⁄4 tsp each salt and pepper. Roast until turkey is golden brown and cooked through, about 1 hr. 15 min.
2. Step 2Remove turkey and vegetables from pan; strain pan drippings into fat separator (or measuring cup). Let stand 5 min. Leaving fat behind (or spooning it off if not using a separator), pour juices into 4-cup measuring cup.
3. Step 3Place roasting pan over 2 stove burners on medium-high. Add wine and cook, scraping up any browned bits, 1 min. Pour wine mixture into the measuring cup with pan juices; add enough chicken broth to make 4 cups liquid total.
4. Step 4Melt butter in large saucepan on medium. Sprinkle in flour and cook, whisking, until deep golden brown, 4 to 5 min. Gradually whisk in wine-broth mixture; bring to a boil. Add remaining thyme, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 8 to 12 min. Season with 1⁄4 tsp each salt and pepper. Strain and serve.

MAKE AHEAD

Transfer cooled gravy to a resealable bag or container and freeze up to 2 months. To serve, thaw in refrigerator before reheating.

Tested byThe Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen

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