Cook up that ‘bonus bag’ of giblets with onion, celery, turkey drippings, and some seasonings to make a deeply flavored gravy to grace your holiday feast.
Ingredients for Giblet Gravy
Giblets: Most whole turkeys and chickens come with a packet of giblets in the cavity that can be used to make gravy (instead of cooking them for the family pooch)! The liver can be removed if the flavor proves to be too strong. Vegetables: Onions and celery add flavor to the to giblet gravy. Carrots or mushrooms can be added in Step 2 as well. Broth: If you don’t have enough broth from the drippings, add boxed or canned broth or use any homemade chicken or turkey broth from the freezer. Herbs: For additional flavor, I like to add herbs to the broth while it’s simmering. See notes for fresh/dried. Variations: Some people like to add a chopped boiled egg to giblet gravy (I prefer without). Add extra flavor with homemade poultry seasoning. A bay leaf, fresh poultry herbs like parsley, sage, and thyme can also be used.
Holly’s Tips
If using turkey drippings, separate the fat from the drippings using a gravy separator. Use boxed chicken or turkey broth if you don’t have enough drippings. Cook the flour for a few minutes before adding the broth/drippings. Most grocery stores sell a poultry pack of fresh herbs with a variety of herbs.
Storing Giblet Gravy
Make Ahead: Giblet gravy can be made ahead and kept covered in the refrigerator until ready to reheat. Fridge: Keep leftover giblet gravy in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Whisk thoroughly before reheating on the stovetop or microwave to loosen it up. Freezer: Freeze giblet gravy in zippered bags once it’s cooled for up to 3 months. Reheat as listed above. Did you enjoy this Giblet Gravy Recipe? Be sure to leave a comment and rating below. © SpendWithPennies.com. Content and photographs are copyright protected. Sharing of this recipe is both encouraged and appreciated. Copying and/or pasting full recipes to any social media is strictly prohibited. Please view my photo use policy here.
