Thanksgiving

28 Best Turkey Gravy Recipes for Thanksgiving

Even the most juicy, succulent bird can benefit from a gravy—and we've gathered the very best to choose from.
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Rich Turkey GravyMichael Graydon & Nikole Herriott
  • Rich turkey gravy in a gravy boat with a ladle.
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    Rich Turkey Gravy

    This gravy recipe makes a generous amount of sauce for your Thanksgiving dinner—we find you can never have enough.

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    Rich Turkey Gravy

    Want the most classic, rich, thick, turkey gravy to serve with your bird? Look no further than this recipe.

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    3-Ingredient Thanksgiving Gravy

    This simple gravy can be made in advance to avoid a last minute scramble before serving your Thanksgiving feast.

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    Vegetarian Mushroom Gravy

    This rich gravy gives a boost of extra flavor to vegetable broth thanks to an earthy thyme-garlic oil and umani-rich cremni mushrooms.

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