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An essential Thanksgiving truth: It's all about the gravy

Ditch the jarred version for the real deal when feast time cometh

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Virginia Olson
Nov 23, 2025
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The centerpiece of the Thanksgiving table is always the turkey. And then there is the meal itself: the mashed potatoes are indulgent; the stuffing is savory; and the cranberry sauce is . . . well, polarizing.

But if you want to know the single, definitive measure of a successful Thanksgiving feast, look no further than the gravy. It’s the liquid gold that binds the entire meal together, transforming a plate of food into a masterpiece. And its creation takes some real skill.

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Virginia is South Dakota journalist and storyteller who covers a variety of news topics for area publications. Her focus is community news and stories that have regional significance.
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