How to Make Turkey Gravy with Drippings

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This recipe is super easy to make and tastes so much better than the store-bought version.

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Ingredients

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When the turkey is finished roasting, remove it from the pan but keep the drippings.

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Using the same pan over two heating elements, heat the turkey drippings until they are boiling.

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Sprinkle the flour over the top of the turkey drippings. Use a whisk to dissolve the flour into the juices.

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Add in 2 cups of the chicken stock. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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