This Gravy for Apple-Sage Marinated Smoked Turkey is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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In 4-quart saucepan, heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil over medium heat. Add reserved giblets and neck from Step 2 and cook until well browned, stirring occasionally.
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Stir 1 small onion, chopped, 1 carrot, sliced, and 1 bay leaf into giblets. Add enough water to cover. Heat to boiling over high heat; reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 1 hour to make broth.
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When turkey has been transferred to platter, skim off all but 3 tablespoons fat from drippings in roasting pan. Strain broth and discard particles. Measure 4 cups broth. If not enough, add water or chicken broth.
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Into roasting pan with reserved fat, stir 1/3 cup unsifted all-purpose flour until well mixed. Gradually stir in broth and cook over medium-low heat until thickened and bubbly. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Pour gravy into small pitcher; replenish as necessary.
Why this Gravy for Apple-Sage Marinated Smoked Turkey works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Gravy for Apple-Sage Marinated Smoked Turkey that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Gravy for Apple-Sage Marinated Smoked Turkey 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.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.
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