Description
This classic Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy recipe is a comforting Southern-style dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Made with browned breakfast sausage, a rich flour roux, and creamy whole milk, it creates a thick, savory gravy ideal for serving over freshly baked biscuits. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s a hearty and satisfying meal that brings a touch of homestyle charm to your table.
Ingredients
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Sausage Gravy Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 pound of breakfast sausage. Break the sausage apart as it cooks and continue until it is fully browned with no pink remaining. Do not drain the drippings as they add flavor to the gravy.
- Add the Flour: Sprinkle 1/3 cup all purpose flour evenly over the cooked sausage in the skillet. Stir continuously for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the flour to absorb the leftover fat and drippings, forming a thick paste which is the base for the gravy.
- Incorporate the Milk: Slowly pour in 3 cups of whole milk while stirring constantly. This gradual incorporation helps prevent lumps and creates a smooth texture in the gravy.
- Simmer and Thicken: Continue cooking and stirring the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. Make sure to keep stirring to avoid the gravy sticking to the pan or forming lumps.
- Season and Serve: Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the sausage gravy hot over warm biscuits for a classic Southern breakfast experience.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a creamier, richer gravy; low-fat milk can be used but will yield a thinner consistency.
- Do not drain the sausage drippings to retain maximum flavor in the gravy.
- If gravy becomes too thick, add a little more milk to thin it out to your preferred consistency.
- This gravy pairs perfectly with freshly baked buttermilk biscuits or even toast if biscuits are not available.
- For a spicier version, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper when seasoning.
