Lizzy's Apple Cider Gravy

3tablespoonsfat from the drippings, the rest of the no-fat drippings
14ouncesof chicken broth
cupfresh apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
3clovesof garlic, minced
3tablespoonsflour
1tablespoonbourbon or orange juice
½teaspoongrated orange peel

Pour out drippings and let fat rise to the top. Meanwhile, deglaze pan with a little water. Skim off 3 T of fat and put into saucepan. Toss out the rest of the fat. Add drippings to pan. Make a mix of the flour and a small amount of COLD chicken broth...remember cold is good here. Put everything BUT the bourbon (or orange juice) and the orange peel into the saucepan. Bring to a simmer. Slowly, in a thin even stream, add the flour/broth mixture. Adjust for desired thickness. Remove from the heat add the bourbon or orange juice and the orange peel. Serve.

Keywords

sauces, apple cider

 

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