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Close-up of smooth homemade gravy without drippings served beside roasted turkey breast slices.

Homemade Gravy Without Drippings – Perfect Thanksgiving Gravy Recipe


  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x

Description

This easy gravy recipe uses simple pantry ingredients to create a smooth, flavorful sauce without drippings in minutes. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any meal when you need reliable, delicious gravy.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

  • Instructions

    1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foaming.

    2. Add the flour and whisk continuously until the roux turns golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.

    3. Warm the broth separately, then slowly pour it into the roux while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

    4. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

    5. Simmer the gravy for 5 to 7 minutes until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

    6. Give a final whisk before serving and strain through a fine mesh sieve if desired for extra smoothness.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: sauce
    • Method: stovetop
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1/4 cup

    Keywords: homemade gravy, gravy without drippings, thanksgiving gravy, easy gravy recipe, pantry gravy, stovetop gravy