Savory Turkey Gravy

Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Savory Turkey Gravy
15 min.
22
100kcal

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Elevate your holiday feast with this Savory Turkey Gravy, a delightful addition that is both dairy-free and bursting with flavor. Perfectly crafted to complement your roasted turkey, this gravy is not only easy to make but also ready in just 15 minutes, allowing you to focus on enjoying time with family and friends.

Imagine the rich aroma of turkey drippings mingling with the savory notes of chicken broth, creating a sauce that is both comforting and indulgent. With a caloric count of just 100 kcal per serving, this gravy is a guilt-free way to enhance your meal without compromising on taste. Each serving is packed with protein, making it a satisfying choice for everyone at the table.

Whether you're hosting a grand Thanksgiving dinner or a casual family gathering, this Savory Turkey Gravy will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. The simple combination of turkey drippings, chicken broth, and a touch of flour creates a smooth, velvety texture that clings beautifully to mashed potatoes, stuffing, or any of your favorite sides.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up this delicious gravy that will surely become a staple in your holiday cooking repertoire. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 2.3 cups chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.7 cup flour all-purpose
  • 22 servings turkey 
  • 22 servings water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Remove turkey from roasting pan.
  2. Place strainer over small bowl.
  3. Pour drippings (turkey juices and fat) from pan into strainer. Skim 2/3 cup fat from top of drippings; place fat in 3-quart saucepan. Discard any remaining fat (or if there is not enough fat, add enough melted butter to fat to measure 2/3 cup). Reserve remaining drippings.
  4. With wire whisk, stir flour into fat in saucepan. Cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Measure reserved drippings together with broth; add enough water to equal 5 cups liquid. Gradually stir broth mixture into flour mixture.
  7. Heat to boiling over high heat (5 to 6 minutes), stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts

Calories100kcal
Protein55.62%
Fat32.12%
Carbs12.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.41
Glycemic Load
2.09
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
6.0430435114743%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:100.38kcal
5.02%
Fat:3.49g
5.37%
Saturated Fat:0.89g
5.57%
Carbohydrates:3g
1%
Net Carbohydrates:2.9g
1.05%
Sugar:0.15g
0.17%
Cholesterol:43.95mg
14.65%
Sodium:171.97mg
7.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.61g
27.22%
Vitamin B3:4.88mg
24.42%
Selenium:14.24µg
20.34%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.16%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.35%
Phosphorus:115.53mg
11.55%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.53%
Zinc:1.14mg
7.61%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.08%
Copper:0.09mg
4.68%
Magnesium:18.54mg
4.63%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.26%
Potassium:143.72mg
4.11%
Iron:0.71mg
3.96%
Folate:11.16µg
2.79%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.23%
Calcium:15.3mg
1.53%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.21%