Homemade Gravy Recipe (No Drippings)
This quick and easy homemade gravy recipe is made completely from scratch - no pan drippings needed! Ready in just 15 minutes, it is rich, smooth, and perfect for turkey, chicken, mashed potatoes, stuffing, and more.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 76kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves - minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium stock - turkey, chicken, or vegetable
- ½ teaspoon salt - or to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
- Fresh herbs - for garnish
Instructions
- Melt ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) butter in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Whisk in ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) of flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and lightly golden.
- Slowly add 2 cups of stock, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until thickened.
- Season with ½ teaspoon salt, pepper, and poultry seasoning.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Yield: This recipe makes approximately 2 cups of gravy total, or 8 servings (¼ cups each)
- If the gravy is too thin, continue simmering until it thickens. If it becomes too thick, whisk in warm stock until you reach the desired consistency.
- Gravy thickens as it cools. Reheat gently and whisk in a little extra stock if needed.
- Optional: Add 1-2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce for deeper savory flavor.
- Gluten free: Replace the all-purpose flour with an equal amount of a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Make-Ahead: You can make this up to 2 days in advance. Cool completely, transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate. Reheat gently and whisk in extra stock if needed.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 181IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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