How to Make Mom's Giblet Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mom's Giblet Gravy is a traditional Southern recipe that has been passed down through generations in my family. This rich and flavorful gravy is the perfect finishing touch for any holiday meal, and it always brings back warm memories of gathering around the table with loved ones.

Made with the giblets from a roast turkey or chicken, this gravy has a depth of flavor that can't be replicated with store-bought versions. The tender giblets add a hearty texture, while the aromatic herbs a...

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Ingredients

  • 1 turkey neck and giblets
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 large white onions, sliced
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • ½ cup celery leaves
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ cup turkey drippings, or to taste
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 tablespoons butter, softened
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 servings

  • Cut turkey neck in half. Set liver aside.
  • Combine neck, giblets, broth, onions, carrots, wine, celery, garlic, and bay leaf in a pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Add liver and simmer for 30 minutes more.
  • Mix flour and butter together to form a thick paste.
  • Remove and discard neck and giblets. Strain broth, pressing vegetables to extract liquid. Discard vegetables. Add turkey drippings. Add flour mixture gradually and stir until smooth. Bring to a boil and cook until desired thickness is reached, 7 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    180 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 64mg
    • Sodium: 497mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 126mg