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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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Equipment

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

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

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Sausage
  • 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.
  • Add the Flour
  • 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.
  • Add the Milk
  • 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.
  • Season the Gravy
  • 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.
  • Serve
  • Once the gravy has thickened, remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the sausage gravy hot over freshly baked biscuits.