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These Southern-style Biscuits and Gravy take me back to childhood every time. When I whip up this breakfast, I can't help thinking about those lazy mornings at grandma's place. There's nothing quite like fluffy, buttery biscuits drowning in thick, savory sausage gravy - it's comfort in every bite.
Why You'll Love This Hearty Breakfast
What's great about this dish is how simple stuff from your pantry turns into something so darn tasty. I'm always amazed at how those biscuits soak everything up just right. You can make it spicy or mild, and it comes together so fast you'll have time to relax before everyone wakes up. Works great for dinner too when you're craving something cozy.
Ingredients for Biscuits and Gravy
- Biscuits: Making them from scratch is wonderful but don't worry, the tube kind from the store work perfectly too.
- Ground Sausage: I usually grab Jimmy Dean, though any type of breakfast sausage does the trick.
- All-Purpose Flour: This gets your gravy nice and thick, and Wondra flour prevents lumps.
- Whole Milk: The secret to that velvety gravy texture.
- Kosher Salt and Black Pepper: Simple seasoning that brings everything together.
- Cayenne Pepper or Red Pepper Flakes: Toss in a tiny bit for some heat if that's your thing.
- Optional Garnishes: A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds nice color.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1 - Prepare the Biscuits
- Bake your favorite homemade biscuits or use the store-bought ones - they're both gonna taste amazing.
- Step 2 - Cook the Sausage
- Brown your sausage in a hot pan, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks, and keep some of that flavorful fat in the pan.
- Step 3 - Make the Gravy
- Dust the sausage with flour and stir for about a minute, then pour in milk gradually while stirring until you've got that perfect gravy thickness, and add your seasonings.
- Step 4 - Serve the Dish
- Break open those hot biscuits, pour on the creamy gravy, and maybe add some parsley on top if you're feeling fancy.
Ways to Switch It Up
Try it with hot Italian sausage when you want a kick, or swap in turkey sausage to cut some calories. Ground beef makes a tasty alternative too. A dash of onion powder works wonders, and there are plenty of plant-based options these days that taste surprisingly good.
What to Serve Alongside
A bowl of fresh strawberries or sliced oranges cuts through the richness perfectly. Maybe blend up a quick fruit smoothie or go all-out with some crispy potatoes on the side. No matter what you choose, these biscuits and gravy steal the show.
Storing Leftovers
Keep your gravy and biscuits in separate containers in the fridge. When hunger strikes again, heat the gravy in a pan with a little extra milk to loosen it up. Warm those biscuits in the toaster oven till they're just crispy outside and soft inside.
Common Questions
What's the best sausage? Traditional breakfast sausage works great but experiment freely. Need it gluten free? Switch to cornstarch and pick up some GF biscuits. Making it vegetarian? Meat alternatives work surprisingly well here. Lumpy gravy? Just keep stirring and add milk slowly - it'll turn out smooth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why does the meat need room temperature?
- When meat rests at room temperature, it cooks evenly without cold spots inside.
- → Why should meat rest post-cooking?
- A short rest locks in the natural juices, so every bite is moist and rich in flavor.
- → What sides work well with this?
- Try it with roasted broccoli, mashed or herbed potatoes, honey carrots, or Brussels sprouts.
- → Is a thermometer really needed?
- Absolutely. It ensures you hit the right doneness without guessing.
- → Can anything be prepped in advance?
- You can whip up the garlic butter early, but cook the rest fresh for best results.