Description
Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy is a classic Southern breakfast dish featuring rich, creamy sausage gravy made with savory breakfast sausage and a smooth milk-based sauce. Perfectly seasoned and thickened on the stovetop, this hearty gravy is ideal for serving over warm buttermilk biscuits for a comforting start to your day.
Ingredients
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Sausage Gravy Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork, mild or hot)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 to 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the sausage. Cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked through. Retain about 2 tablespoons of drippings for flavor; do not drain unless there is excessive grease.
- Add the Flour: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the cooked sausage and stir to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Incorporate Milk: Slowly pour in 3 cups of whole milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Simmer and Thicken: Continue cooking and stirring frequently until the gravy thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes. If the gravy becomes too thick, add additional milk gradually until the desired consistency is reached.
- Season: Season the gravy with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle heat if desired.
- Serve: Serve the finished sausage gravy immediately over warm biscuits for an authentic Southern breakfast experience.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute half-and-half or use a combination of milk and cream.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; add more black pepper if you prefer a spicier gravy.
- This gravy pairs best with homemade buttermilk biscuits for traditional Southern flavor.
- To make gluten-free gravy, use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
