Description
Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy is a classic Southern breakfast staple featuring savory breakfast sausage cooked in a creamy, flavorful white gravy. This easy-to-make recipe combines browned sausage with a rich, thickened milk-based gravy seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional spices for a comforting dish perfect over warm biscuits.
Ingredients
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Sausage Gravy
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2-3 cups milk (whole milk works best)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 tsp crushed garlic, optional (for added flavor)
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add flour: Once the sausage is browned, sprinkle the flour over the sausage and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Pour in milk: Slowly pour in the milk, stirring constantly, until the gravy begins to thicken (about 5 minutes). You can add more milk to achieve your desired gravy consistency.
- Season the gravy: Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add red pepper flakes or garlic, if desired.
- Thicken and finish: Continue stirring until the gravy reaches a smooth and thick consistency.
- Serve: Serve immediately over warm biscuits for a traditional Southern breakfast experience.
Notes
- Use whole milk for the richest and creamiest gravy texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control the spiciness.
- For a lower fat option, use turkey sausage and low-fat milk, though the flavor and texture will differ.
- Gravy consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less milk.
- Serve over freshly baked biscuits for the best experience.
