Classic Southern Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

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Classic Southern Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

Description

A timeless comfort-food breakfast featuring flaky, buttery biscuits smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy. Hearty, satisfying, and perfect for weekends or anytime you want a cozy, filling meal.

Ingredients

For the Biscuits

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp sugar (optional)

  • ¾ tsp salt

  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter (cubed)

  • ¾ cup cold buttermilk

For the Sausage Gravy

  • 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)

  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 2½–3 cups whole milk

  • ½ tsp black pepper (or to taste)

  • Salt to taste

  • Optional: pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes

Instructions

Make the Biscuits

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.

  3. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.

  4. Stir in buttermilk just until combined.

  5. Pat dough to 1-inch thickness, cut biscuits.

  6. Bake 12–15 minutes until golden.

Make the Gravy

  1. Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat.

  2. Sprinkle flour over sausage; stir for 1–2 minutes.

  3. Slowly add milk, stirring constantly.

  4. Simmer until thickened (5–8 minutes).

  5. Season with pepper and salt.

Serve

Split warm biscuits and ladle gravy generously over the top.

Servings

  • 4–6 servings

Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 450–550

  • Protein: 15–20 g

  • Fat: 30–35 g

  • Carbohydrates: 35–40 g

  • Sodium: High (comfort food warning 😉)

Benefits (Realistic & Honest)

✔ Very filling and energy-dense
✔ High protein for satiety
✔ Comfort food that boosts mood
✔ Great for cold mornings or active days

❌ Not ideal for:

  • Low-sodium diets

  • Daily consumption

  • Heart-health–restricted diets

Tips & Notes

  • Keep butter very cold for flaky biscuits

  • Don’t overmix biscuit dough

  • Whole milk makes the creamiest gravy

  • Gravy thickens more as it cools—add milk if needed

  • Fresh cracked black pepper makes a huge difference

Variations

  • Healthier: Use turkey sausage + low-fat milk

  • Spicy: Add hot sausage or cayenne

  • Extra creamy: Splash of heavy cream

  • Cheesy: Stir in shredded cheddar

Q & A

Q: Can I make it ahead?
A: Biscuits yes. Gravy is best fresh but reheats well with milk.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Biscuits freeze great. Gravy can freeze but may need re-whisking.

Q: Why is my gravy lumpy?
A: Milk added too fast or flour not cooked long enough.

Q: Can I use canned biscuits?
A: Yes—homemade is better, but canned works in a pinch.

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