Turkey Gravy

1. STEP 1

   Cook turkey as directed, set aside; keep warm.

2. STEP 2

   Deglaze pan by stirring 1/4 cup water into pan with drippings. Cook over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes, stirring and scraping pan.

3. STEP 3

   Strain pan juices into 4-cup measure; remove excess fat, reserving 3 tablespoons fat. Add enough chicken broth or water to equal 3 cups liquid; set aside.

4. STEP 4

   Combine 3 cups pan juice mixture and 3 tablespoons reserved fat in 3-quart saucepan; cook over medium heat 3-5 minutes or until mixture comes to a full boil.

5. STEP 5

   Combine remaining 1/2 cup water and flour in jar with tight-fitting lid; shake well to mix. Slowly stir into hot pan juice mixture. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a full boil; boil 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and cracked pepper.

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