Giblet Gravy

Step 1

Melt one tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the giblets and brown on all sides.

Step 2

Add the celery, garlic, onions, thyme, and bay leaf to the saucepan and saute for 3-5 minutes.

Step 3

Once the ingredients are simmering, add water and cover for 1-2 hours. If using turkey giblets, they are larger portions so you might want to adjust the amount of water appropriately since chicken giblets were used here.

Step 4

Strain the stock with a fine mesh strainer and scoop the giblets out using a slotted spoon. Set the stock aside and finely chop the giblets.

Step 5

Using a different skillet (preferably cast iron) melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Once the butter is melted, add in the flour and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Gradually add the strained broth into the butter-flour mixture. Once that is fully mixed together, add the pan drippings. Start with 2 cups and add more to achieve desired consistency.  Add chicken bouillon and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 7

Add chopped boiled egg and giblets and simmer while stirring for 2-3 minutes. Add half and half or milk. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Step 8

Serve warm over chicken or turkey!