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Sausage Gravy Recipe

This homemade sausage gravy recipe is a classic comfort food, featuring savory sausage and creamy gravy served over warm biscuits. Perfect for breakfast or brunch!
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage bulk, not in casings
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: Red pepper flakes for a little heat
  • Biscuits for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet or large frying pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ladle or spoon for serving

Method
 

  1. Cook the Sausage
  2. In a large skillet, heat the breakfast sausage over medium heat. Break the sausage up into crumbles with a wooden spoon or spatula as it cooks. Brown the sausage thoroughly, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until it’s no longer pink.
  3. Add the Flour
  4. Once the sausage is cooked, sprinkle the flour over the sausage and stir well to combine. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flour to cook slightly and thicken the mixture. This creates the base for your gravy.
  5. Add the Milk
  6. Gradually pour in the milk while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes or until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
  7. Season the Gravy
  8. Add garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to taste. If you like a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and allow the flavors to meld together for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. Serve
  10. Once the gravy has thickened, remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the sausage gravy hot over freshly baked biscuits.