Description
Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy is a classic Southern breakfast dish featuring flavorful breakfast sausage simmered in a creamy, peppery white gravy. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory sausage crumbles with a luscious milk-based gravy, perfect for serving over buttery biscuits, making it a comforting weekend brunch favorite.
Ingredients
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Sausage Gravy Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or hot)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3–4 cups whole milk (adjust for desired thickness)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt (optional)
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking until the sausage is fully browned and cooked through, being careful not to drain the fat unless there is excessive grease. Retain about 2 to 3 tablespoons of drippings in the pan.
- Add the Flour: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour evenly over the browned sausage in the skillet. Stir well to coat the sausage evenly with the flour. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Incorporate the Milk: Gradually pour in 3 to 4 cups of whole milk while stirring constantly. Scrape the bottom of the skillet to lift up the browned bits for added flavor. Continue stirring as the mixture simmers and thickens, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Season the Gravy: Add black pepper, seasoned salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper if using. Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning as needed to reach your preferred flavor balance.
- Serve Warm: Once the gravy has thickened to your liking, serve it warm over split, buttery biscuits for a classic Southern breakfast.
Notes
- If the gravy becomes too thick, stir in a little more milk to loosen it to your desired consistency.
- Using freshly cracked black pepper enhances the flavor of the gravy.
- This gravy is perfect for a comforting weekend brunch or any Southern-style breakfast meal.
