Description
A classic Southern-style sausage gravy that’s quick and easy to prepare. This creamy, flavorful gravy made with browned breakfast sausage and a smooth milk base is perfect for serving over biscuits or your favorite breakfast dishes.
Ingredients
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Sausage Gravy Ingredients
- 1 pound bulk ground pork breakfast sausage (mild or hot)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 to 2 1/2 cups milk
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and brown the sausage. Allow it to brown well to develop flavor. Do not drain the grease.
- Add Flour and Cook: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the browned sausage and stir well. Cook this mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Add Milk and Simmer: Gradually add the milk in increments, stirring thoroughly after each addition to combine. Reduce the heat to a simmer and allow the gravy to thicken, stirring frequently to prevent lumps. Adjust the milk quantity to reach desired thickness.
- Season and Serve: Season the gravy with salt and plenty of black pepper to taste. Serve the gravy immediately over warm biscuits or your preferred breakfast dish.
Notes
- For thicker gravy, use about 2 cups of milk; for thinner gravy, add up to 2 1/2 cups or more as needed.
- Do not drain the sausage grease as it adds essential flavor and fat to the gravy.
- Use mild or hot sausage depending on your spice preference.
- This gravy pairs perfectly with warm, flaky biscuits for a traditional Southern breakfast.
- Stir frequently during simmering to avoid lumps and sticking.
