# Make-Ahead Gravy | Made In - Made In

No holiday table is complete without gravy and this simple recipe, made with homemade stock, can easily be made days in advance to free up your stovetop. 

While it usually makes an appearance only once or twice a year, this gravy is easy enough to make any day of the week. It’s perfect for mashed potatoes and will beautifully fill a gravy boat on your holiday table. The best part is, it can be made up to five days in advance, so you don’t have to worry about it taking up space on your stovetop when you’re making the rest of your meal. The rounded sides of our [5 QT Saucier](https://madeincookware.com/products/saucier/5-quart) makes whisking easy to keep your gravy smooth and pourable.

This recipe is a perfect use of [homemade chicken stock](https://madeincookware.com/recipes/chicken-stock), but can also be made with store-bought stock or broth, just reduce the salt as needed. To make the gravy alcohol-free, increase the lemon juice to 2 tablespoons for more brightness. The gravy can be used immediately or cooled and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

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URL: https://madeincookware.com/recipes/make-ahead-gravy