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🦃 Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy (So You Can Actually Enjoy Thanksgiving)

Stay present, stay peaceful… and still serve the best gravy ever.

If you’ve ever been standing at the stove whisking gravy while everyone else is laughing at the table… this one’s for you.
This is my tried-and-true make-ahead turkey gravy that lets you stay calm, graceful, and fully present on Thanksgiving Day.
And honestly? It tastes even better when it’s made ahead because the flavors have time to deepen.

This recipe has saved me so many years in a row — and now it’s officially going on the blog so you can save your own sanity too.

Why Make Gravy Ahead?

No last-minute panic

No lumps

No juggling the turkey, the sides, and a hot pan sauce

You can reheat it gently while carving the turkey

Guests will think you’re a magician (I won’t tell 😉)

Click here for the Recipe for Make Ahead Turkey Gravy!

“We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” ~ John F. Kennedy

❤️ A Little Note

Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be stressful.
Sometimes peace looks like planning ahead so your heart is free to slow down and genuinely enjoy the people sitting around your table.
This simple gravy is one small way to make room for joy.

And since we’re already talking about creating a calmer, more intentional Thanksgiving… I wanted to share something with you. I put together a Holiday Home & Heart Planner – Thanksgiving Edition, It’s cozy, practical, faith-centered, and filled with the exact checklists, timelines, and planning pages I use in my own home. It’s designed to help you enjoy the season instead of rushing through it.

You can take a peek at it right here if you’d like to bring a little extra calm to your holiday planning this year.


Serve one another humbly in love.~Galatians 5:13

Thanks for being here. I hope this season brings you rest, joy, and so many sweet moments around your table.

Love you all!

Elizabeth XOXO

Holiday Home and Heart Planner~ Thanksgiving Edition here


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Hi, I'm Elizabeth, the creative force behind The Self Cleaning House. With 35 wonderful years of marriage to my husband Chris, three amazing adult daughters, and four cherished grandchildren who call me "Nana," life in beautiful North Idaho is anything but dull. I'm a semi-retired daycare owner, passionate about Jesus, my family, and helping others find peace and purpose in their homes. I've learned from life's ups and downs and want to share insights on cleaning, parenting, and embracing Christ-centered living. Join me on this journey to reclaim time for what truly matters. Feel free to reach out at selfcleaninghouse@gmail.com—I'd love to connect!

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