Breakfast

Southern Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

Name: Southern Biscuits & Sausage Gravy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb breakfast sausage; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups whole milk; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tsp kosher salt, or to taste; 1 tsp black pepper, or to taste; 6 biscuits freshly baked biscuits, homemade or store-bought; 1 handful cherry tomatoes (optional)

There are some dishes that feel like a warm hug, and biscuits and gravy is one of them. This Southern classic has been bringing families together around the breakfast table for generations. The combination of buttery biscuits and creamy, peppery sausage gravy is simple, comforting, and deeply satisfying. Whether it's a slow Sunday morning, a holiday brunch, or just a day when you need a little comfort, this recipe delivers every time.

Prep 10 minCook 20 minTotal 30 min6 servingsEasy520 calories

Directions

Fluffy biscuits smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy seasoned with black pepper and a touch of red pepper flakes for a classic Southern breakfast favorite.

1.Cook the Sausage
2.Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breakfast sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.
3.Make the Roux
4.Sprinkle the flour evenly over the cooked sausage. Stir continuously for 1–2 minutes until the flour is fully incorporated and lightly toasted.
5.Build the Gravy
6.Gradually pour in the milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and begins to thicken.
7.Season the Gravy
8.Add the ground black pepper, red pepper flakes if using, and salt to taste. Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy reaches a rich, creamy consistency.
9.Prepare the Biscuits
10.While the gravy simmers, warm or bake your biscuits according to package directions or your favorite homemade recipe.
11.Assemble and Serve
12.Split the biscuits in half and place them on serving plates. Generously spoon the hot sausage gravy over the top. Serve with a handful of cherry tomatoes on the side for a fresh contrast to the richness of the dish.

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