12 Easy Gravy Recipes for the Holidays

By Southern Living Editors
October 31, 2014
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Here in the South, gravy is the ultimate sauce to use for holiday meals. It’s so crucial to every meal that it’s almost considered a beverage. Try as we may, by the time gravy is passed around, we can’t help but pour it over everything on our plate until our plate starts looking like a gravy soup. Dust off that antique gravy boat and put it to good use. These gravy recipes are as good as Grandma’s. If you ask us, gravy pairs well with just about everything. It’s not concentrated to just turkey, it can be poured over vegetables, chicken, or beef too. This mouth-watering sauce is known for being made from pan drippings with a few added seasonings. We’ll take all our meals with an abundance of gravy. Gravy is a welcome addition to any Thanksgiving menu. Our collection of savory recipes is sure to compliment your Thanksgiving feast.
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Turkey Gravy

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Recipe: Turkey Gravy

Home-made gravy is always better especially with this flavorful herb-seasoned recipe.

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The Ultimate Make Ahead Gravy

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Recipe: The Ultimate Make-Ahead Gravy

Our fail-safe secret for the world's best gravy: make it a day ahead.

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Pan Gravy with Sherry

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Recipe: Pan Gravy with Sherry

Give your gravy dish a tasty zest with this sherry vinegar recipe.

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Pork Chops with Tomato-Bacon Gravy

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Recipe: Pork Chops with Tomato-Bacon Gravy

Our juicy secret for the best gravy begins with cherry tomatoes.

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Sausage Gravy

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Recipe: Sausage Gravy

Begin Thanksgiving day with this southern classic, sausage gravy poured over homemade biscuits.

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Southern Tomato Gravy

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Recipe: Southern Tomato Gravy

If you run out of milk and still want a tasty sauce for your biscuits or grits, you can make this juicy southern tomato gravy.

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Hamburger Steak With Sweet Onion-Mushroom Gravy

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Recipe: Hamburger Steak With Sweet Onion-Mushroom Gravy

This gravy mix is made up of sautéed mushrooms and sweet onions.

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Buttermilk-Soaked, Bacon-Fried Chicken in Gravy

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Recipe: Buttermilk-Soaked, Bacon-Fried Chicken in Gravy

There’s nothing better than fried chicken drizzled with a creamy gravy.

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Chocolate Gravy

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Recipe: Chocolate Gravy

Finish up Thanksgiving feast with this decadent chocolate gravy poured over warm biscuits.

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Old-Fashioned Giblet-Egg Gravy

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Recipe: Old-Fashioned Giblet-Egg Gravy

You can adapt this gravy to your family's specific taste, but homemade chicken or turkey stock is a must.

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Fresh Herb Gravy

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Recipe: Fresh Herb Gravy

Add this to your must-make gravy list this holiday season.

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Madeira Gravy

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Recipe: Turkey Tenderloins with Madeira Gravy

If you are looking for a change from traditional gravy, our Madeira Gravy is a perfect alternative.

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