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Ingredients
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¼ cup flour
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2 (.87 ounce) packages McCormick® Turkey Gravy Mix
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3 cups water
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1 cup turkey pan drippings, fat skimmed
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1 cup cooked, chopped turkey giblets (Optional)
Directions
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Whisk flour and gravy mix together in a large saucepan. Gradually whisk in water and pan drippings until smooth. Stir in giblets.
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Cook, stirring frequently, over medium-high heat until gravy comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
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Remove from the heat and serve. Gravy will continue to thicken as it stands.
Flavor Variations:
Sage and Citrus: Prepare as directed, decreasing water to 2 cups. Add 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Rubbed Sage in Step 1 with gravy mix and 1 tablespoon orange or lemon juice in Step 1 with liquids. Makes twelve 1/4-cup servings.
Roasted Cinnamon and Bacon: Cook and crumble 4 slices bacon; set aside. Cook 1/4 cup chopped onion in 2 tablespoons bacon drippings until tender, about 5 minutes. Mix in 1/4 cup flour, 2 packages McCormick Turkey Gravy Mix, and 1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet Collection Roasted Saigon Cinnamon. Stir in 2 cups cold water and 1 cup turkey drippings until well combined. Continue with Step 2 as directed above. Stir in bacon. Makes twelve 1/4-cup servings.
Herb: Prepare as directed, but add 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Rubbed Sage or 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Poultry Seasoning in Step 1 with gravy mix. Makes fifteen 1/4-cup servings.
Hearty Sage: Prepare as directed, decreasing water to 2 cups. Add 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Rubbed Sage in Step 1 with gravy mix. Makes twelve 1/4-cup servings.
Hearty Herb: Prepare as directed, decreasing water to 2 cups. Add 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Poultry Seasoning in Step 1 with gravy mix. Makes twelve 1/4-cup servings.
Apple and Sage: Prepare as directed, decreasing water to 1 cup and adding 1 cup apple juice. Add 1 teaspoon McCormick Rubbed Sage in Step 1 with gravy mix. Makes twelve 1/4-cup servings.
Garlic and White Wine: Prepare as directed, decreasing water to 2 cups and adding 1/4 cup white wine. Add 1/4 teaspoon McCormick California Style Garlic Powder with Parsley and 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Thyme Leaves in Step 1 with gravy mix. Makes twelve 1/4-cup servings.
Mushroom and Onion: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms and 1/4 cup chopped onion; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Mix 1 1/2 cups cold water, 1 cup turkey drippings, and 2 packages McCormick Turkey Gravy Mix together in a bowl. Add gravy mixture to the saucepan; mix well. Continue with Step 2 as directed above. Makes eight 1/4-cup servings.
Cinnamon-Chipotle: Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup chopped red onion; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Mix 2 cups cold water, 1 cup turkey drippings, 1/4 cup flour, 2 packages McCormick Turkey Gravy Mix, 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon McCormick Gourmet Collection Chipotle Chile Pepper together in a bowl. Add gravy mixture to the saucepan; mix well. Continue with Step 2 as directed above. Makes twelve 1/4-cup servings.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
39 | Calories |
1g | Fat |
3g | Carbs |
2g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 15 | |
Calories 39 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 1g | 2% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
Cholesterol 28mg | 9% |
Sodium 276mg | 12% |
Total Carbohydrate 3g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 2g | 5% |
Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
Calcium 2mg | 0% |
Iron 1mg | 4% |
Potassium 29mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.