How to make giblet gravy with no turkey?

You can't make traditional giblet gravy without turkey giblets! Giblets are the heart, liver, and gizzards of a turkey, which are the key ingredients in the classic gravy.

However, you can make a delicious gravy that mimics the flavor of giblet gravy using other ingredients:

Option 1: Mushroom and Chicken Liver Gravy

* Ingredients:

* 1 tablespoon olive oil

* 1 cup sliced mushrooms

* 1/2 cup chopped onion

* 2 cloves garlic, minced

* 1/4 cup chicken liver, chopped

* 1/4 cup dry sherry (optional)

* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

* 2 cups chicken broth

* Salt and pepper to taste

* Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Add the chicken liver and sherry (if using). Cook for 1 minute more.

4. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

5. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy has thickened, about 5 minutes.

6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Option 2: Sage and Thyme Gravy

* Ingredients:

* 2 tablespoons butter

* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

* 2 cups chicken broth

* 1 teaspoon dried sage

* 1 teaspoon dried thyme

* Salt and pepper to taste

* Instructions:

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

3. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, stirring constantly.

4. Add the sage and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy has thickened, about 5 minutes.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Option 3: Creamy Mushroom Gravy

* Ingredients:

* 1 tablespoon olive oil

* 1 cup sliced mushrooms

* 1/2 cup chopped onion

* 2 cloves garlic, minced

* 1/4 cup heavy cream

* 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

* 1 cup chicken broth

* Salt and pepper to taste

* Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy has thickened, about 5 minutes.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Remember to adjust the amount of seasonings to your taste! You can also experiment with other ingredients like chopped parsley, dried rosemary, or a splash of lemon juice to add more flavor.