Mama’s Giblet Gravy

Name: Mama’s Giblet Gravy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Giblets from 1 turkey or chicken, about 1 to 1½ pounds; Giblets from 1 turkey or chicken, about 1 to 1½ pounds; Giblets from 1 turkey or chicken, about 1 to 1½ pounds; 4 cups (960 ml) water; 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons (23 g) all-purpose flour; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation info

Makes
4 cups

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
1 hr 20

Appears in

Kowbird

By Matt Horn

Published 2024

About

Giblet gravy is a cherished recipe born from the kitchen of my beloved mother—the undisputed queen of this Southern delicacy. Savor each ladleful of rich flavor and tender giblet pieces in a toast to her culinary legacy. Aside from chicken, this gravy also dresses up turkey and mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

Giblets from 1 turkey or chicken, about 1 to 1½ pounds
4 cups (

Americas
United States
Sauce

Method

In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the giblets and water. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 1 hour. Drain the giblets, reserving the cooking liquid. Chop the giblets finely.
In another medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and cook, whisking, for 1 to 2 minutes.
Slowly whisk in t