Homemade Sausage Gravy
This rich and creamy homemade sausage gravy is a classic Southern comfort food made with simple pantry ingredients. Perfectly seasoned ground breakfast sausage is combined with flour and milk to create a smooth, hearty gravy that’s traditionally served over warm, flaky biscuits. It’s quick to prepare, deeply satisfying, and ideal for breakfast or brunch gatherings.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground sausage.
- Cook the sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink.
- Do not drain the fat; it will help create the gravy base.
- Sprinkle the flour evenly over the cooked sausage.
- Stir well to combine and cook for about 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the milk while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- Continue stirring as the mixture begins to thicken.
- Simmer for 5-8 minutes until the gravy reaches your desired consistency.
- Add salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Stir well and taste, adjusting seasoning if needed.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm over freshly baked biscuits.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Protein: 15 g
- Fat: 28 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
