Description
Fluffy biscuits smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy—this Southern-inspired breakfast is comfort food at its finest. Perfect for lazy Sundays or weekend brunches, it’s a dish that brings family and friends together over the irresistible aroma of sizzling sausage and warm, buttery biscuits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- 2–2.5 cups whole milk
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- 4–6 fresh or store-bought biscuits
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat, leaving enough for flavor.
- Sprinkle flour over sausage, stir 2–3 minutes until golden.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg.
- Simmer 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Warm biscuits. Split and spoon gravy generously over each.
- Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Gravy thickens as it cools; thin with milk if necessary.
- Make ahead: Gravy and biscuits store well separately in the fridge or freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–6
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg