Biscuits and Rich Sausage Gravy
Start your morning with the ultimate comfort food—Biscuits and Rich Sausage Gravy! This classic Southern breakfast pairs buttery, flaky homemade biscuits with a creamy, flavorful sausage gravy that's made entirely from scratch. The biscuits are tender and golden, thanks to a careful balance of cold butter and simple pantry staples, while the savory gravy is thickened to perfection, infused with the smoky essence of cooked sausage, and seasoned with just the right hint of spice. Ready in under an hour, this hearty dish is perfect for weekend brunches or anytime you crave a warm, satisfying meal. Whether you stick to mild sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat, this recipe invites you to savor every comforting bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 3 cups whole milk (for gravy)
- 1 teaspoon salt (for seasoning the gravy)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon optional: crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.
Add 0.5 cup of cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Slowly pour in 1 cup of milk, mixing gently with a wooden spoon until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently 5-6 times. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out biscuits. Re-roll scraps as needed. Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown. Set aside to cool slightly.
While the biscuits bake, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through. Remove the sausage and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
Add 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in 0.25 cup of flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is golden.
Gradually whisk in 3 cups of milk, ensuring no lumps form. Cook the gravy over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5-7 minutes).
Stir the cooked sausage back into the gravy. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.25 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Split the freshly baked biscuits in half and ladle the rich sausage gravy on top. Serve immediately and enjoy your comforting Southern breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 302.3 g | 388% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.5 g | 748% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 731 mg | 244% | |
| Sodium | 9123 mg | 397% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 327.1 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.1 g | ||
| Protein | 115.3 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 1286 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2513 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
