Turkey Gravy Sweet Peas (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender turkey with gravy, candied sweet potatoes, and warm green peas for a cozy, complete comfort plate.
# What You'll Need:
→ Turkey and Seasoning
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4 bone-in, skin-on turkey thighs
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0.5 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
→ Candied Sweet Potatoes
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900 grams sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm cubes
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6 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
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2 tablespoons canola oil
→ Gravy
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons plain flour
→ Vegetable Side
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340 grams frozen green peas
# How to Make It:
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Season the base of the slow cooker with 0.25 teaspoon salt and 0.25 teaspoon pepper. Place turkey thighs skin side up. Sprinkle remaining salt and pepper over the top. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours.
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Preheat oven to 190°C. Toss sweet potatoes with 0.5 teaspoon salt, 0.25 teaspoon pepper, canola oil, and 3 tablespoons brown sugar. Spread on a baking tray and roast for 30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
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Remove turkey and transfer to a serving platter. Pour slow cooker liquid into a jug and skim excess fat. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Cook for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in the turkey liquid. Cook 3–5 minutes until thickened. Season with 0.5 teaspoon salt and 0.5 teaspoon pepper.
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Remove sweet potatoes from oven and sprinkle with remaining 3 tablespoons brown sugar. Allow to rest so the sugar melts.
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Microwave or steam frozen peas until fully heated and tender.
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Top turkey with gravy. Serve candied sweet potatoes and green peas on the side.
# Additional Tips:
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Remove excess fat from the slow cooker liquid before preparing the gravy for a cleaner, richer flavor.