Sausage Gravy is a classic Southern comfort food that’s creamy, savory, and perfect for pouring over biscuits, mashed potatoes, or even a warm bowl of rice. It’s incredibly easy to make and packed with flavor. Here’s a simple recipe for making Sausage Gravy from scratch:
🍽️ Sausage Gravy
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (preferably ground pork sausage)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2–3 cups milk (whole milk for creaminess, or any milk you prefer)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tbsp butter (optional, for extra richness)
Instructions
1. Cook the sausage:
- In a large skillet, crumble the breakfast sausage over medium heat.
- Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally to break it up into small pieces.
- If the sausage releases a lot of fat, drain some off, leaving about 1–2 tablespoons in the skillet.
2. Make the roux:
- Add the flour to the cooked sausage, stirring to coat the sausage evenly.
- Cook for about 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, to create a roux. This helps thicken the gravy.
3. Add the milk:
- Gradually add the milk, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Continue to cook and stir until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
- If it gets too thick, add a little more milk until you reach the desired texture.
4. Season the gravy:
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Be sure to taste as you go, as the sausage can be salty, and you may need less salt.
5. Simmer:
- Let the gravy simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. If you’d like a richer flavor, you can stir in 1–2 tbsp butter at this point.
6. Serve:
- Serve the sausage gravy over biscuits, toast, or mashed potatoes. It’s also great on grits or as a topping for scrambled eggs.
Tips:
- For smoother gravy: If you want your gravy extra smooth, you can whisk it more frequently or use an immersion blender to smooth it out after adding the milk.
- Make it spicy: You can add more cayenne pepper or even a dash of hot sauce to give it a little extra kick.
- Thicker gravy: For a thicker gravy, let it simmer a little longer to reduce the liquid or add a little more flour. For a thinner gravy, simply add more milk.
- Vegetarian version: If you’d like a vegetarian option, you can use plant-based sausage or crumbled tofu as a substitute for the ground pork sausage.
Serving Ideas:
- Classic Biscuits and Gravy: The traditional way to serve sausage gravy is over freshly baked buttermilk biscuits.
- Potato Hash: Spoon it over crispy fried potatoes or hash browns for a hearty breakfast.
- Grits: Serve it with a side of creamy grits for a Southern-style breakfast.
- Eggs: Top your scrambled or fried eggs with sausage gravy for a filling breakfast.
This Sausage Gravy is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor — it’s the perfect breakfast or brunch dish to start your day. 🥄
Let me know if you’d like a low-fat version or any more Southern breakfast ideas!
