Description
This Best Sausage Gravy recipe is a classic Southern comfort food favorite featuring rich, savory breakfast sausage smothered in a creamy homemade white gravy. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for breakfast or brunch served over warm biscuits or toast.
Ingredients
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Sausage Gravy Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart, until it is fully browned and cooked through, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Drain Excess Fat: Carefully remove the cooked sausage from the skillet and set aside. Pour off or drain any excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 to 2 tablespoons for flavor.
- Add the Flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour into the hot skillet with the remaining fat. Stir constantly and cook for 1 minute to form a roux and eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Whisk in Milk: Slowly pour in the milk while continuously whisking to avoid lumps, stirring until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.
- Combine Sausage and Gravy: Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir well to combine with the thickened gravy. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until heated through and the gravy reaches your desired consistency.
- Season: Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to incorporate the seasoning evenly.
- Serve: Spoon the sausage gravy generously over freshly baked biscuits or toasted bread for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can use whole milk or 2% milk depending on your preference for creaminess.
- For a spicier version, try using spicy breakfast sausage or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- The gravy will thicken as it cools; thin it with a splash of milk if needed when serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
