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Thanksgiving isn’t the same without a delicious gravy or sauce to accompany the main dish and all the scrumptious sides. Here’s a 15 Thanksgiving gravy recipes and sauce recipes I highly recommend adding to your Thanksgiving dinner menu.
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Thanksgiving Gravy Recipes
Here are a few gravy recipes to consider, depending on the main dish you’re serving. I have you covered whether you’re serving turkey, beef, chicken, or ham as your main.
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Turkey Gravy (With or Without Drippings)
This flavorful and delicious Turkey Gravy recipe is a breeze to make, with or without turkey drippings, and takes just 5 simple ingredients and 15 minutes to make. We always serve this with Smoked Turkey or Sous Vide Turkey Breast and garlic mashed potatoes.
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Brown Gravy
This homemade brown gravy can be made with or without roast beef drippings using just 5 basic ingredients. It comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight or holiday dinners.
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3
Easy Chicken Gravy (With or Without Drippings)
Easy Chicken Gravy comes together in just 10 minutes with only 4 basic ingredients and can be made with or without chicken drippings. It’s a quick and flavorful way to elevate your chicken dish. Pairs well with Boursin Mashed Potatoes
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Prime Rib Gravy
Prime Rib gravy is a breeze to make with or without Prime Rib drippings! This brown gravy recipe requires minimal ingredients. It's as easy to make as classic mushroom gravy, turkey gravy, Au Jus Gravy, and Chicken Gravy Mix. It pairs with all Prime Rib Recipes.
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Ham Gravy (With or Without Drippings)
Ham gravy, made with or without ham drippings, takes just 4 simple ingredients and 10 minutes to make. It's the perfect way to finish off delicious slices of ham. This easter recipe is a keeper!
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Mushroom Gravy
Rich, savory, and full of earthy flavor, mushroom gravy takes just 20 minutes to make and is loaded with fresh mushrooms, butter, beef broth, garlic and onions.
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Cajun Gravy
Cajun gravy is a bold sauce made with flour, stock, and the signature kick of Cajun seasoning. Perfect for smothering over fried chicken, mashed potatoes, or biscuits, this Southern staple brings the heat and flavor.
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Gravy Mixes
Here are a few shelf-stable gravy mixes to use on Turkey day and beyond.
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Chicken Gravy Mix
Whip up rich, savory flavor in minutes with this DIY chicken gravy mix—an easy way to bring comforting, homemade taste to any meal.
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Au Jus Gravy Mix
Au Jus Gravy Mix adds rich, savory flavor to your favorite dishes—discover how to make a homemade au jus that's perfect for enhancing roasts, sandwiches, and more. It's a quicker option than our Prime Rib Au Jus and Mushroom Gravy.
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Thanksgiving Sauces
Thanksgiving isn’t just about the main! Think about the mashed potatoes, vegetables, etc. You may want to consider serving up a second sauce to amp up the flavor of everything.
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Beef Au Jus
If you're serving beef, or looking at a second sauce option, check out these two beef au jus recipes – a classic beef and a red wine au jus.
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Creamy Horseradish Sauce
Horseradish isn't just for prime rib! It pairs great with turkey and chicken too! Whip up a batch in 5 minutes and serve alongside the gravy.
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Cajun Sauce With Butter
Whip up a batch of spicy and rich cajun sauce in just 10 minutes! This spicy sauce makes the best marinade or dipping sauce for seafood, steak, vegetables and more.
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13
Garlic Butter Sauce
Whip up a batch of Butter Garlic Sauce in just 7 minutes with 5 ingredients!
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14
Balsamic Glaze
Balsamic glaze and poultry is an iconic pairing and should be in considering for a spot on your holiday table. It brings an elevated and rich flavor to turkey, chicken, or beef.
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Red Wine Sauce
Red Wine Sauce is another fantastic sauce option to considering adding to your holiday menu. It also pairs extremely well with vegetables.
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