Do’s and Don’ts
DO:
- Use pan drippings from your roasted turkey or chicken for an extra flavorful base.
- Whisk constantly to prevent lumps. A smooth gravy is a happy gravy.
- Adjust the thickness! If your gravy gets too thick, just add a little more broth or water to thin it out.
DON’T:
- Forget to taste as you go! The seasoning can make or break your gravy.
- Skip the roux (the flour and butter combo)—it’s essential for thickening. Without it, you’ll have soup, not gravy!
Optional Add-Ins and Variations:
- Garlic Gravy: Add 1–2 minced garlic cloves to the butter as it melts for a garlicky twist.
- Mushroom Gravy: Sauté 1 cup chopped mushrooms in the butter before adding the flour to make a rich, savory mushroom gravy.
- Onion Gravy: Sauté 1 medium onion, finely chopped, in the butter before adding the flour for a sweet, caramelized onion flavor.
This gravy is the perfect finishing touch to your holiday meal or weeknight dinner. Easy to make, flavorful, and utterly satisfying, it’s the kind of gravy that makes people ask for seconds (and thirds). 🍗🥔
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