Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade sausage gravy, perfect for cozy brunches or family breakfasts. This rich and creamy gravy, made from quality ground sausage, pairs beautifully with fluffy biscuits or mashed potatoes. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you’ll impress your family and friends with this irresistible dish that captures the essence of nostalgia and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
- Biscuit dough (store-bought or homemade, optional)
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy.
- Stir in flour, cooking for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring continuously until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer on low heat until desired thickness is reached (3-5 minutes).
- Serve hot over biscuits or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For a twist, substitute pork sausage with turkey or vegetarian alternatives. Enhance flavor with spices like cayenne or garlic powder for an extra kick. Leftover gravy can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.