Biscuits and Sausage Gravy Ii
Indulge in the hearty comfort of southern-style **Biscuits and Sausage Gravy II**, a classic breakfast favorite that's both easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious. This recipe features golden, flaky biscuits smothered in a rich and creamy homemade sausage gravy made with savory breakfast sausage and perfectly seasoned with black pepper and a hint of optional cayenne for extra warmth. In just 30 minutes, you'll create a satisfying dish that’s perfect for weekend brunches, family gatherings, or cozy mornings at home. Serve these buttery biscuits piled high with the flavorful gravy for a meal that's sure to become a household favorite. Perfect for fans of traditional comfort food, this recipe is a must-try for those who appreciate robust flavors and simple preparation. Keywords: biscuits and sausage gravy, southern breakfast recipe, homemade sausage gravy, easy comfort food, brunch ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 8 pieces Refrigerated or homemade biscuits
Instructions
Preheat your oven to the temperature specified for baking your biscuits (if using refrigerated or homemade dough). Bake the biscuits according to the instructions and set them aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble the breakfast sausage into the pan and cook until browned. Continue stirring to ensure the sausage is evenly cooked, breaking up any large chunks with a wooden spoon.
Once the sausage is fully cooked, remove it from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess grease. Leave about 2 tablespoons of sausage drippings in the skillet. If there's too much grease, carefully discard the excess.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, then sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the drippings in the skillet. Use a whisk to stir the flour into the grease, creating a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns a light golden color.
Gradually pour in the whole milk, about 1/2 cup at a time, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.
Add the cooked sausage back to the skillet and stir to combine. Season the gravy with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, adjusting to taste. Let the gravy simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired thickness.
While the gravy is simmering, split the biscuits in half and place them on serving plates.
Once the sausage gravy is ready, ladle it generously over the biscuits. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.6 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.8 g | 319% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 8759 mg | 381% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 207.0 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.9 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1232 mg | 26% | |
*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.
