Sausage Gravy

Sausage gravy is a staple in southern American cuisine, typically served over biscuits for breakfast. The recipe consists of ground pork sausage cooked in a skillet with flour, milk, and seasonings, creating a creamy and savory sauce. The gravy is often made with breakfast sausages, but variations include spicy chorizo or smoky Andouille sausage.

The history of sausage gravy dates back to the 18th century, where it was a common breakfast dish among farm workers in the southern states. The recipe has since become a beloved classic in American cuisine, with variations found in diners and home kitchens across the country. Techniques for making sausage gravy include using a roux to thicken the sauce, and adjusting the seasonings to taste.

Pour this gravy over Biscuits for a classic Biscuits and Gravy.

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Prep Time: 5 min

Cook Time: 20 min

Total Time: 25 min

Yield: 2 servings

Biscuits and sausage gravy.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. breakfast sausage
  • 1 Tbsp. bacon fat
  • 1 Tbsp. sifted flour
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Thyme

Equipment

  • Small cast iron skillet

Instructions

  1. 1.
    Heat 1 Tbsp. of bacon fat in a small cast iron skillet
  2. 2.
    When the bacon fat is hot, add 2 oz of breakfast sausage
  3. 3.
    Brown the sausage and break it up into crumbles
  4. 4.
    Once the sausage is browned, remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside
  5. 5.
    Whisk 1 Tbsp. of sifted flour into the bacon fat
  6. 6.
    Whisk continuously until the roux starts to turn golden
  7. 7.
    Pour in 1 cup of warm milk, whisking continuously
  8. 8.
    Return sausage crumbles to the gravy
  9. 9.
    Season with salt, pepper, and thyme to taste
  10. 10.
    Stir the gravy continuously until it reaches the desired consistency.
  11. 11.
    Serve over biscuits.