Apple Cider Gravy

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup apple cider
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 
• 6 tablespoons butter 
• 6 tablespoons flour 
• 4 cups turkey or chicken broth 
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme 
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. In a medium saucepan, bring apple cider and vinegar to a boil.
2. Boil until reduced by half.
3. Add broth and bring to a simmer.
4. In a separate saucepan, melt butter. Add flour and stir to form a paste.
5. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes, or until mixture has a slight aroma of popcorn.
6. Slowly add cider-broth mixture, whisking constantly to smooth out any lumps.
7. Add thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
8. Bring to a simmer and stir until gravy thickens. Serve hot.