Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

• 6 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups turkey or chicken broth, warmed
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme or sage
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Pan drippings from the turkey (optional)

1. 1Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, until golden brown and nutty-smelling, 3–4 minutes.
2. 2Slowly whisk in the warm broth, a cup at a time, so it stays smooth.
3. 3Add the thyme and simmer, whisking now and then, until thick enough to coat a spoon, 8–10 minutes.
4. 4Season with salt and pepper. Cool and refrigerate up to 4 days.
5. 5To serve, reheat gently and whisk in strained pan drippings (skim off most of the fat first) for extra flavor.

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