How to Strain and Freeze Turkey Broth and Drippings

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Remove the turkey and any stuffing from the roasting pan.

   The pan will br extremely hot after being removed from the oven.
   
   Give it some time to cool down so it can be easily handled. , Set it over a large bowl/pan. , Pour the contents left in the roasting pan into the colander and let it drain. ,, Use the collected turkey drippings immediately to make gravy or proceed to the next step. , Put the bowl or pan with the collected turkey drippings in the refrigerator for about an hour. , Take the bowl or pan with the drippings out of the refrigerator and skim off the layer of fat that will have collected on the top with a spoon.
   
   Discard fat. , Freeze the collected turkey drippings in zip close freezer bags or freezer containers for up to 6 months.
   
   Make sure to label and date freezer bags or containers.
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   Step 2: Wait a few minutes.

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   Step 3: Find a colander or strainer.

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   Step 4: Separate the liquid from solid.

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   Step 5: Discard the residue left in the colander.

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   Step 6: Gather the drippings from the bowl or pan.

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   Step 7: Let sit.

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   Step 8: Get rid of fat.

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   Step 9: Store.

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