Description

Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy & Biscuits is a hearty Southern breakfast classic featuring fluffy homemade biscuits topped with rich, creamy sausage gravy. This comforting dish blends flaky, buttery biscuits with savory sausage gravy made from simple ingredients, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy meal any time of day. It’s easy to prepare, family-friendly, and highly customizable to suit your taste and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Biscuits

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3/4 cup milk

Sausage Gravy

1 pound breakfast sausage
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups milk
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes (for a spicy twist)
Optional: shredded sharp cheddar cheese (for cheesy gravy)

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Instructions

Make the Biscuits: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add cold butter pieces and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly stir in the milk until just combined. Gently knead the dough on a lightly floured surface, then cut into biscuit rounds. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden and fluffy.
Brown the Sausage: While the biscuits bake, cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Break it into small pieces and cook until fully browned and cooked through, allowing the fat to render out. This flavorful fat forms the base of your gravy.
Make the Gravy: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the browned sausage. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the milk, pouring slowly and stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens into a creamy gravy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. For variations, add cayenne or cheese at this stage if desired.
Serve Together: Split the warm biscuits in half and generously ladle the sausage gravy over the top. Serve immediately for the best combination of flaky biscuit and smooth, velvety gravy.

Notes

Keep butter cold and cut into small pieces for tender, flaky biscuits.
Brown sausage well to develop deep flavor and render enough fat for the gravy.
Add milk slowly while whisking gravy to avoid lumps and keep it smooth.
Season gravy generously with salt and pepper for a balanced flavor.
Serve biscuits and gravy hot, as gravy thickens when cooled.
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze biscuits wrapped tightly, and gravy in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months.
Reheat biscuits wrapped in foil in the oven and warm gravy gently on stovetop or microwave.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking, Sautéing
Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 70mg