How Long Will Turkey Gravy Stay Good in the Fridge? Good Questions

Q: I am thinking of making the turkey gravy that was posted at The New York Times. Could you tell me if it will keep for three days in the fridge?

Sent by Sallie

Editor: Sallie, my experience has been that gravy is really only good for one or two days in the fridge. I find definite off flavors after that. But you can freeze it! Freeze just after making it, and then rewarm gently, whisking to smooth out any separation.

Readers, any thoughts?

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Comments (5)

Left-over gravy? Not a problem chez clicre1! =)

That said, if you have more than you'll use beyond that second day, I agree that freezing and gently rewarming is the best option!

I make my gravy base a day ahead, then add the juices from the birds on the day. http://therunawayspoon.com/blog/2011/11/make-ahead-gravy-for-your-turkey/

I freeze the "pre-gravy" gravy... lol. What I mean is, I don't like how the thickeners (I use flour) react to freezing, so I freeze the base and then reheat and thicken before serving.

I'm a pretty big gravy snob to be honest, and I freeze flour thickened gravy every thanksgiving. If you whisk it while heating and add a little stock or water to thin a bit, it is good as new.

The Danby DAR125SLDD is a great fridge at a great price.

Great little refrigerator. Wanted one without freezer and this one is perfect. Very quiet, lots of room inside.

More info: http://ibookmarkedit.com/danby-4-4-cu-ft-all-refrigerator-spotless-steel-dar125sldd/