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Sausage Gravy Over Homemade Biscuits Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This classic Southern recipe features savory breakfast sausage gravy served over freshly baked homemade biscuits. The sausage is browned and seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then combined with a rich, creamy roux-based gravy made from butter, flour, and whole milk. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch, this dish brings warm, hearty flavors that pair beautifully with fluffy biscuits.

Ingredients

Sausage Gravy

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2½ cups whole milk
  • Fresh sage or fresh thyme, for garnish

Homemade Biscuits

  • Biscuits ingredients (not provided in original recipe)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sausage: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season the sausage with salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Cook the sausage for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and cooked through, crumbling it into bite-sized pieces to infuse the gravy with flavor.
  2. Create the Roux Base: Push the cooked sausage to one side of the skillet to create space for the roux. Add the unsalted butter to the empty side and allow it to melt. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the melted butter and whisk continuously to combine.
  3. Cook the Roux: Continue cooking the roux for 1 to 2 minutes until it turns golden brown, building a rich foundation for the gravy.
  4. Add Milk Gradually: Slowly pour in the whole milk while stirring constantly to incorporate it smoothly into the roux, which prevents lumps and creates a creamy texture.
  5. Thicken the Gravy: Keep stirring the mixture over medium heat until the gravy thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning the mixture.
  6. Finish and Serve: Once the gravy has reached the desired thick and creamy consistency, remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the hot sausage gravy immediately over freshly baked biscuits. Garnish with additional freshly ground black pepper and optional fresh sage or thyme for enhanced flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • For best results, use whole milk as it provides a richer and creamier gravy.
  • You can adjust the seasoning to your taste, especially the red pepper flakes for more or less heat.
  • Use freshly baked biscuits for optimal texture; store-bought biscuits can be substituted in a pinch.
  • The sausage should be cooked thoroughly to avoid any undercooked texture in the gravy.
  • Stir continuously when adding the milk to avoid lumps in the gravy.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/sausage-gravy-over-homemade-biscuits-recipe/