Low Sodium Biscuits with Gravy
Discover comfort food made heart-healthy with this irresistible recipe for Low Sodium Biscuits with Gravy, perfect for those watching their salt intake without sacrificing flavor. These light and fluffy homemade biscuits are crafted with unsalted butter and low-sodium buttermilk, delivering the perfect base for a rich, creamy gravy made from low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth. Infused with a medley of bold spices like garlic and onion powder and smooth roux-thickened texture, the gravy packs all the traditional flavor in a healthier package. Optional low-sodium breakfast sausage adds extra depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevates every bite. Ready in under an hour, this satisfying meal is easy to prepare and ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even a cozy dinner. Serve warm and enjoy a wholesome, flavor-packed classic made for your low-sodium lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
- 1 cup low sodium buttermilk
- 2 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for gravy
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for gravy
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 pound low sodium breakfast sausage (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
Add 0.5 cup of chilled, diced unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, incorporate the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Stir in 1 cup of low sodium buttermilk until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently a few times until it comes together.
Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick round and use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits. Re-roll scraps if necessary.
Place biscuits onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside to cool slightly.
For the gravy, if using, in a skillet over medium heat, brown 0.5 pound of low sodium breakfast sausage, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Remove and set aside, leaving drippings.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour into the melted butter, whisking continuously for about 1 minute to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups of low sodium chicken or vegetable broth, ensuring there are no lumps.
Add 0.5 teaspoon each of fresh ground black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder to the gravy. Stir to combine.
Bring the gravy to a simmer and allow it to thicken, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
Return the cooked sausage to the gravy and stir to combine.
Serve biscuits warm, topped with the savory gravy and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2697 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 168.9 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.1 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 451 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 2260 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.2 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 73.9 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1272 mg | 27% | |
*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.
