Make-Ahead Thyme Turkey Gravy - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Make-Ahead Thyme Turkey Gravy is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 lb. turkey wings (2 to 3) or chicken parts
- 1 onion, cut into thick wedges
- 2 carrots, cut into 2-in. pieces
- 2 stalks celery, cut into 2-in. pieces
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
- 8 sprigs fresh thyme
- kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1/2 c. dry white wine
- 3 to 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1/3 c. all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Make the Thyme Turkey Gravy: Heat oven to 400 degrees F. In a large roasting pan, toss together the turkey wings, onion, carrots, and celery with the oil, 4 sprigs thyme and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Roast until the turkey is golden brown and cooked through, about 1 1/4 hours.
- Remove the turkey and the vegetables from the pan; strain the pan drippings into a fat separator (or measuring cup). Let stand for 5 minutes. Leaving the fat behind (or spooning it off if not using a separator), pour the juices into a 4-cup measuring cup.
- Place the roasting pan over two stove burners over medium-high heat. Add the wine and cook, scraping up any brown bits, for 1 minute. Pour the wine mixture into the measuring cup with the pan juices; add enough chicken broth to make 4 cups liquid total.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour and cook, whisking, until deep golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Gradually whisk in the 4 cups liquid; bring to a boil. Add the remaining thyme, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 8 to 12 minutes. Season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Strain and serve.
- Make the Cranberry Gravy: Puree cranberry sauce with low-sodium chicken broth. Make the thyme gravy as directed, using only 3 1/2 cups liquid total (you've used 1/2 cup in the puree). Stir in the cranberry puree after stirring in the other liquid.
- Make the Cider and Sage Gravy: Make the thyme gravy as directed, substituting hard cider for the white wine and 2 sprigs fresh sage for the thyme. Add sage leaves after adding broth.
- Make the Sauteed Mushroom and Rosemary Gravy: Make the thyme gravy as directed substituting rosemary for thyme. In a large skillet saute cremini mushrooms and shiitake mushrooms until golden brown and tender. Stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream into the gravy, then stir in the mushrooms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Make-Ahead Thyme Turkey Gravy recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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