Biscuits and Gravy is a hearty Southern breakfast favorite. Fluffy homemade biscuits are smothered in a rich, savory sausage gravy, creating a comforting and indulgent morning meal. Perfect for weekends, brunches, or whenever you need a filling breakfast.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
🍳 Equipment
- Skillet or frying pan
- Medium saucepan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Baking sheet or oven (for biscuits)
🥘 Ingredients
Biscuits
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¾ cup buttermilk
Sausage Gravy
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2–2½ cups milk
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of cayenne or paprika for spice
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Biscuits: Buttermilk gives soft, fluffy texture.
- Sausage: Use your favorite breakfast sausage; spicy sausage adds kick.
- Milk: Whole milk makes creamier gravy; adjust for desired thickness.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Make biscuits
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add buttermilk and stir until dough forms.
- Roll or pat dough to ½-inch thickness, cut into rounds.
- Place on baking sheet and bake 12–15 minutes, until golden.
2. Prepare gravy
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and cooked through.
- Sprinkle flour over sausage, stir, and cook 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
3. Serve
Split biscuits in half and ladle sausage gravy generously over the top. Serve warm.
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📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 15g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fat: 30g
⭐ Tips & Variations
- Extra fluffy biscuits: Keep butter cold and don’t overmix dough.
- Spicy gravy: Add cayenne pepper, hot sauce, or use spicy sausage.
- Cheesy twist: Stir in shredded cheddar into the gravy.
- Make ahead: Biscuits can be baked ahead and reheated; gravy can be made in advance and warmed.
- Serving idea: Pair with eggs or fresh fruit for a complete breakfast.
