Southern Sausage Gravy Biscuits
Tender, golden biscuits topped with a savory, peppery sausage gravy create a timeless Southern morning dish that's both hearty and full of comfort. This traditional breakfast favorite delivers rich flavor with minimal effort, making it a reliable choice for weekend brunch or everyday indulgence.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork breakfast sausage choose between mild or hot, as preferred
- 3 cups whole milk gently warmed
- ¼ cup plain flour all-purpose variety
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper or more to preference
- ½ teaspoon fine salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon dried garlic powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes optional, for added spice
- 1 pack of 8 ready-to-bake refrigerated biscuits or use homemade if desired
Instructions
- Begin by heating the oven as directed on the biscuit packaging—commonly to 375°F (190°C). Place biscuits on a baking tray and bake until puffed and golden, typically for 12 to 15 minutes. If preparing from scratch, start with biscuit preparation.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat. Break the sausage into small pieces and sauté until fully browned and cooked through, around 7 to 8 minutes. Retain roughly 2 tablespoons of the rendered fat in the skillet to enhance the flavor of the gravy.
- Sprinkle the flour evenly over the browned sausage. Stir thoroughly to combine and let the mixture cook for 1 to 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Gradually incorporate the warmed milk into the pan, stirring constantly to maintain a smooth consistency. Let the gravy simmer and thicken, which should take approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Add optional seasonings—garlic powder and crushed red pepper flakes—if using, and mix until well blended.
- Slice the freshly baked biscuits in half and spoon the hot sausage gravy generously over the top. Serve while warm.