Name: Apple Cider Turkey Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 4 h 30 min
Total time: 4 h 45 min
Yield: 14
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 turkey legs; 6 turkey wings; Olive oil, as needed for roasting; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 large carrots, cut into chunks; 2 celery stalks, cut into chunks; ½ white onion, cut into quarters; 2 sage leaves; 2 cups apple cider; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Apple Cider Turkey Gravy

This rich, make-ahead apple cider turkey gravy starts with making a flavorful homemade turkey stock, then finishes with pan drippings, a silky roux, and a splash of reduced apple cider for depth. It’s smooth, savory, and perfect for pouring generously over turkey, potatoes, and all your holiday favorites.

4 hr 45 min total 15 min prep 4 hr 30 min cook 14 222 cal

Instructions

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1 Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place turkey legs and wings on a heavy baking sheet, rub lightly with oil, and season with salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.
2 Roast in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes. Reserve drippings; discard herbs.
3 Transfer roasted legs and wings to a large stock pot. Add carrots, celery, onion, and fresh sage. Cover with water approximately 1 inch over the turkey parts and bring to a boil. Reduce to a low simmer and cook until stock is rich in flavor, 3 to 4 hours, skimming occasionally. Strain and discard solids.
4 Meanwhile, pour apple cider into in a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until reduced by about half. Set aside.
5 After roasting the turkey wings and legs, scrape up any browned bits from the baking sheet and transfer those along with any drippings to a saucepan. Add 1/2 cup turkey stock and cook over low heat.
6 Sprinkle in 3 tablespoons of flour, whisking constantly to form a roux. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly browned (this prevents a floury taste).
7 Slowly whisk in 3 cups turkey stock and the reduced apple cider, 1 cup at a time, until smooth and thickened. Simmer gently for 5 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.