Jul 09 2026
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White Rice With Turkey Gravy (catering 8-10 People) Recipe

Inspired by Cornbread Newark
Time1h
Serves10

Make White Rice With Turkey Gravy (catering 8-10 People) Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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White Rice

Method

Cooking White Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse Rice

    Begin by rinsing the white rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.

  2. 2

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, add 8 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  3. 3

    Cook Rice

    Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed rice to the pot. Stir briefly, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the water.

  4. 4

    Fluff and Serve

    After the rice is done cooking, remove the pot from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Making Turkey Gravy

  1. 5

    Prepare Drippings

    If using drippings from a roasted turkey, pour the drippings into a measuring cup and allow them to settle. Skim off excess fat, reserving about 2 cups of drippings.

  2. 6

    Make Roux

    In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden color.

  3. 7

    Add Broth and Drippings

    Gradually whisk in 4 cups of chicken broth and the reserved turkey drippings, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth.

  4. 8

    Season the Gravy

    Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the gravy. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5-10 minutes, stirring frequently until the gravy thickens.

  5. 9

    Adjust Consistency

    If the gravy is too thick, add a little more chicken broth to reach your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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