Sausage Breakfast Gravy for Biscuits
Start your morning off right with this rich and creamy Sausage Breakfast Gravy for Biscuits—a timeless Southern comfort food that’s irresistibly satisfying! Made with savory breakfast sausage, a luscious roux of butter and flour, and velvety whole milk, this easy recipe creates a perfectly thick and flavorful gravy in just 20 minutes. Seasoned with a blend of black pepper, salt, and an optional touch of crushed red pepper flakes for a mild kick, this hearty gravy pairs beautifully with fluffy, homemade biscuits. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or craving a warm, comforting breakfast, this dish is the ultimate way to fuel your day with homemade goodness. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients, it’s an affordable, family-friendly crowd-pleaser that's sure to become a staple on your breakfast table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Breakfast sausage
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the breakfast sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon or spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
Once the sausage is cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess grease, leaving about 2 tablespoons of fat in the skillet. If there isn’t enough fat, add the unsalted butter to the skillet and let it melt.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the fat in the skillet and whisk continuously to form a roux. Cook the roux for about 1-2 minutes, or until it turns a light golden color.
Gradually pour in the whole milk, about half a cup at a time, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir the cooked sausage back into the gravy. Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Reduce the heat to low and let the gravy simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Serve the sausage gravy warm over freshly baked biscuits. Enjoy your hearty breakfast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
743 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.9 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 2644 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 921 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1175 mg | 25% | |
*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.
