Description
Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy is the silky, savory hero of your holiday table roasted turkey wings and vegetables create a rich base, while butter and flour bring the velvety texture you love, all without last-minute stress.
Ingredients
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- 2 turkey wings
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 6 cups water
- 5 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Kitchen Bouquet (optional, for color and depth)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large Dutch oven or roasting pan, layer turkey wings, onions, celery, carrots, and garlic. Roast uncovered for 2 hours.
- Transfer to stovetop, add 6 cups water, and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes. You should have about 4 cups of stock.
- Strain stock into a large bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Skim solidified fat once chilled.
- In a large sauté pan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 30 seconds to form a light roux.
- Slowly whisk in cooled stock and cider vinegar, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened.
- Optional: Whisk in a small amount of Kitchen Bouquet for deeper color.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Make-ahead and refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months. Reheat on stovetop, whisking often and adding stock or water if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg