Q: I would like to know just how to make gravy — be it beef, chicken or turkey. Could you help me out a bit? Thank you. — Jim Brousseau, Beverly Hills A: Flavorful, lump-free gravy is a lot easier to ...

Steps: Pour the drippings from the roasting pan into a heatproof glass bowl or fat separator. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes, then skim off and reserve the fat that rises to the top — you should have ...

1. Pour the drippings from the roasting pan into a heatproof glass bowl or fat separator. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes, then skim off and reserve the fat that rises to the top — you should have about ...

4 to 6 cups turkey stock or chicken broth, heated 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup Madeira or dry sherry, or 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Butter, optional 1. Pour the drippings from the roasting pan ...