THANKSGIVING GRAVY RECIPE WITHOUT DRIPPINGS

Looking for a foolproof Thanksgiving Gravy Recipe without Drippings that’s rich, flavourful, and easy to make? You’ve come to the right place — this healthy, no-drip gravy will steal the show on your holiday table.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings Servings

Ingredients

3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or Avocado Oil)
1 small Onion finely chopped
2 Cloves Garlic minced
¼ cup Whole Wheat Flour (or All-Purpose) for gluten-free: use cornstarch/arrowroot
4 cups Broth* beef, chicken, vegetable, or mushroom — see note below
1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp Dijon Mustard
1-1.5 tsp Fresh Thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
1-1.5 tsp Fresh Sage (or ½ tsp dried)
¼ tsp Smoked Paprika optional
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
Splash of Milk or Unsweetened Plant Milk optional, for creaminess

Instructions

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add onions and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden and nutty.
Whisk in a small amount of beef broth first to smooth the roux, then add the rest gradually. Keep whisking to prevent lumps.
Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, thyme, sage, and smoked paprika. Simmer on low-medium for 8-10 minutes, whisking occasionally, until thickened to your liking. If it’s too thick, add a little extra broth or a splash of milk.
Taste and season with salt and pepper. For extra richness, you can swirl in a tiny knob of butter or drizzle of olive oil.
Strain or blend for a smooth gravy or leave it rustic. Pour over turkey, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or any of your favourite Thanksgiving sides

Notes

You can use any type of broth you like — beef, chicken, vegetable, or mushroom — depending on what flavour you prefer or have on hand.

This gravy keeps in the fridge for 4 days and reheats beautifully.

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