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Gravy tips

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04:31 PM EST on Monday, December 15, 2003

By Sherri Brennen, WVEC-TV

--When making gravy, allow 1 to 2 tablespoons of flour for each cup of liquid. Be careful not to use too much or it will dilute the flavor.

Wendy Juren, WVEC-TV Add some flour to thicken gravy.

--If your gravy turns out lumpy anyway, fix it by blending it with a whisk. If that doesn’t work, run it through the blender until it’s smooth.

--If the color is too pale, you can perk it up by adding about ½ teaspoon of instant coffee.

--If your gravy is too salty, add a few slices of potato and allow it to sit. Remove the potato before serving.

Wendy Juren, WVEC-TV Soak up grease by placing white bread on top of the gravy.

--Too thin gravy can be thickened by cooking longer or by whisking in a little cornstarch or flour mixed with cold water.

--If you don’t have enough gravy, you can increase the amount by adding melted butter and hot turkey stock.

--Grease can be removed from gravy by laying a couple of slices of white bread on top to absorb the grease.

So there you have it. A few tips for a smoother Thanksgiving dinner.