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Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Cultural Context

Sausage Gravy and Biscuits is a beloved Southern dish in the United States, often enjoyed as a hearty breakfast. Its origins trace back to the early 19th century, when it was a staple in the diets of working-class families. The dish embodies comfort food, celebrating the simple combination of savory sausage and creamy gravy over fluffy biscuits. Today, it has gained popularity beyond the South, appearing in diners and breakfast menus across the country, often customized with various spices and toppings.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound loose breakfast sausage
2 tablespoons white flour
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup milk
Grand's biscuits

pork sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: bulk ground pork

Turkey sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy and versatile.

1

Brown the loose breakfast sausage in a skillet, breaking it into small pieces until nicely cooked.

2

Drain the fat off the sausage and set it aside.

3

In a pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.

4

Add 2 tablespoons of white flour, a dash of salt, and a dash of pepper to the melted butter and stir with a whisk to form a paste.

5

Slowly pour in 1 cup of milk while continuously stirring to combine with the flour and butter mixture.

6

Let the mixture simmer until it thickens, then add the cooked sausage and stir to combine.

7

Let the sausage gravy simmer for about half an hour to allow flavors to meld.

8

Use Grand's biscuits, split them open, and serve the sausage gravy on top.

Cooking Techniques

bakingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

skilletpot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Biscuits and Gravy

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