pioneer woman sausage gravy
This hearty and comforting sausage gravy is perfect for serving over biscuits for breakfast or brunch. Rich and flavorful, it combines spicy sausage with creamy gravy, making it a delightful dish for any morning.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 whisk
- 1 bowl for serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- as needed biscuits for serving store-bought or homemade
Instructions
- Heat the skillet over medium heat and add the breakfast sausage. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the sausage is browned, reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the flour over the sausage. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in the milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps. Increase the heat back to medium and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Continue to cook and stir until the gravy thickens, about 5-10 minutes. If it gets too thick, you can add a bit more milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Season the gravy with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well.
- Serve the sausage gravy hot over warm biscuits.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice level of the gravy by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
For a twist, you can add cooked mushrooms or diced onions to the sausage.
Leftover gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.