This easy Sausage Gravy is a rich and savory comfort food that pairs perfectly with a fresh batch of fluffy biscuits. Whether you're enjoying a slow morning or need a cozy dinner option, this is one of those classic meals that always satisfies.
Sausage Gravy has been a longtime family favorite in my house. It's one of those recipes that brings everyone to the table, especially when poured over my Fluffy Homemade Biscuits or my Mom's Buttermilk Biscuits! There's something about the combination of buttery biscuits and creamy sausage gravy that feels like home.
Why You'll Love Sausage Gravy
Simple and quick: Only a few ingredients and about 15 minutes from start to finish.
Comfort in every bite: Warm, creamy, and flavorful. Just what you want for a relaxed weekend brunch or easy weeknight dinner.
Versatile: Serve it over biscuits, toast, or even crispy home fries!
Key Ingredients
Pork Breakfast Sausage: Use your favorite bulk pork sausage. This is where the flavor comes from.
All-Purpose flour: Thickens the gravy to the perfect consistency.
Milk: Gives a creamy result.
Salt and Black Pepper: Simple seasoning that lets the sausage shine.
Ingredient Substitutions
Sausage: Swap in turkey sausage or vegetarian sausage for a lighter or meatless version.
Milk: Any milk will work, whole, skim, or non-dairy milk.
Recipe Variations
Add heat: Stir in crushed red pepper or hot sauce for a spicy kick. (My kids do this!)
Southern Style: Add a pinch of sage and thyme for extra depth.
Loaded Version: Add sautéed onions or mushrooms to stretch the recipe and add flavor.
Top Tips for the Best Sausage Gravy
- Cook sausage thoroughly: Let it brown and develop flavor before adding the flour.
- Add milk slowly: Whisk constantly while pouring to prevent lumps.
- Simmer gently: Let the gravy thicken slowly for a creamy texture without scorching.
Storage and Reheating
Refrigerate: store leftover gravy in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheat: Warm on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of milk to loosen.
Serve With...
Serve this sausage gravy over Fluffy Homemade Biscuits for a full Southern-style breakfast. Add a side of Mom's Home Fries and finish with a Jam Muffin for a delicious weekend brunch.
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📖 Recipe
Sausage Gravy
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces breakfast sausage
- ¼ heaping cup all-purpose flour ,
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
- 2½ cups milk
Instructions
- Break sausage up in hot non-stick skillet. Turn heat down to medium and cook sausage, chopping and stirring occasionally.
- Once sausage is fully cooked, stir in flour, salt and pepper until sausage is coated and flour is no longer wet.
- Slowly pour in milk and stir until gravy becomes thickened. Serve over top of hot biscuits.
Martha A Cheves says
I've copied the recipe for biscuits and will give them a try this weekend.
honeyb says
Thank you, I will check them out!
From Valeries Kitchen says
Can you believe I have never had biscuits and gravy? This seems wrong to me and I should do something to rectify it right away! What's funny is one of my sons came home just a few days ago and told me he had leftover biscuits and gravy warmed up at his girlfriend's house and "it was SO amazing". Looks so yummy and comforting, Shelby!