Sausage Gravy Recipe
Learn how to make the ultimate sausage gravy from scratch! This quick and easy recipe uses simple ingredients for a rich, creamy gravy that pairs perfectly with biscuits. A family favorite! Serve over warm biscuits for the ultimate Southern-style meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 29kcal
Equipment
- large skillet
- whisk
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cup
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage, mild, spicy, or your preference
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk or 2%, for a lighter option
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it browns. Cook until no longer pink and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage. Stir well to coat the sausage and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, about 1/2 cup at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Increase the heat to medium and continue whisking until the gravy begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If desired, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
- Serve the sausage gravy warm over freshly baked biscuits. Enjoy!
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Notes
- For thicker gravy, reduce the milk slightly or let the gravy simmer longer.
- You can make this ahead of time and reheat gently on the stovetop. Add a splash of milk if the gravy becomes too thick.
- For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk, such as unsweetened almond or oat milk, and a dairy-free butter substitute for the flour step.
Nutrition
Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 291mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.4mg