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Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

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A classic Southern comfort breakfast featuring flaky homemade biscuits smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy. Simple to make and full of hearty flavor, this dish is perfect for cozy mornings or weekend brunch.

Ingredients

  • For the biscuits:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk
  • For the sausage gravy:
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra richness)

Instructions

  1. Make the biscuits: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until just combined. Turn onto a floured surface, gently knead, roll to ¾-inch thickness, and cut into rounds. Place on a baking sheet and bake 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Prepare the sausage gravy: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and crumbly, leaving about 2 tablespoons of fat. Sprinkle flour over sausage and stir to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth. Simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and plenty of black pepper. Stir in butter if desired.
  3. Serve: Split warm biscuits in half and ladle sausage gravy over the top. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use cold butter for flakier biscuits.
  • Cook the sausage thoroughly before adding flour to avoid a greasy gravy.
  • For thicker gravy, cook longer or add more flour.
  • Whole milk gives the creamiest texture, but any milk can be used.
  • Gravy thickens as it cools — reheat with a splash of milk if needed.

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