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September 10, 2026

Easy Turkey Gravy from Drippings

Easy Turkey Gravy from Drippings

Rich, smooth turkey gravy made from pan drippings in about 20 minutes.

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Prep 5 min • Cook 15 min • Makes about 3 cups

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup turkey fat or butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups turkey drippings plus broth
  • ½ tsp salt, or to taste
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Skim fat from the turkey drippings and measure ¼ cup.
  2. Whisk fat and flour in a saucepan over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  3. Slowly whisk in drippings and broth until smooth.
  4. Simmer 5–8 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips for the best results

Use fresh ingredients, taste as you go, and adjust seasoning to your preference. For holiday cooking, prepare what you can ahead of time so Thanksgiving day stays simple.

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