4 ahead roasted turkey gravy Recipes

fresh or frozen turkey, thawed, chopped onion (about 1 medium), salt, divided, freshly ground black pepper, divided, thyme sprigs, coarsely chopped, sage sprigs, coarsely chopped, marjoram sprigs, coarsely chopped, parsley sprigs, coarsely chopped, rosemary sprigs, coarsely chopped, canola oil, water, water (optional), make-ahead gravy, chopped fresh sage

extra virgin olive oil (more as needed), smoked turkey wings (or 2 small ones ), onion, quartered, carrots, chopped, celery rib, chopped, head garlic , split through the equator, fresh sage, fresh thyme, parsley stems, all-purpose flour, chicken stock, kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

whole turkey, cheesecloth, fresh lemon juice, melted butter or 1 cup margarine, sausage or 2 lbs pork s, dried sage, dried summer savory, butter, onions, chopped, stalks celery & leaves, chopped, chopped fresh parsley, salt and pepper, dried apricot (optional), wheat germ, toasted bread cubes or 6 cups breadcrumbs, water or turkey stock or dry sherry or cognac, cheesecloth, dripping , from roasting pan, all-purpose flour, homemade turkey stock or water, salt and pepper