Sausage gravy is a quintessential Southern comfort food, beloved for its rich, creamy texture and savory flavor. Often served over fluffy biscuits, this hearty dish is a breakfast favorite in many homes across the United States. The gravy itself is made from crumbled breakfast sausage cooked with a roux of flour and milk, creating a luscious sauce that’s both smooth and indulgent. Its warm, savory flavors make it the perfect start to a morning, though it’s also delicious as a brunch or even a dinner option.
The key to a great gravy lies in the quality of the sausage. The fat from the sausage is rendered and then combined with the flour to create a smooth, thickened gravy. As the mixture cooks, the flavors meld together, creating a savory sauce with just the right amount of seasoning. Black pepper is often the star of the seasoning mix, adding a gentle heat that balances the richness of the sausage and gravy. Some recipes may include a splash of milk or cream to make the gravy even more decadent.
This gravy pairs best with freshly baked biscuits, where the fluffy, tender bread soaks up the gravy’s creamy goodness, making for the perfect bite. The contrast of textures, with the crunchy edges of the biscuit and the smooth, savory gravy, is truly irresistible. In addition to biscuits, sausage gravy can also be served over potatoes, toast, or even grits, offering plenty of options for customization depending on personal taste.
This dish is not just a breakfast staple but also a family favorite that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. This gravy is often enjoyed as part of a larger spread of Southern dishes, such as scrambled eggs, fried potatoes, or crispy bacon, making it perfect for a filling and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 0.5 pound sausage breakfast sausage recommended
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for thickening
- 2 cups milk whole milk preferred
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbled. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Sprinkle flour over the sausage drippings in the skillet, stirring to form a paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the gravy hot over biscuits or toast.
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Wow, this sausage gravy is absolutely delicious! Tastes just like my grandma used to make!
Gravy? This is like soup. My grandma’s recipe is way better. Sorry, not impressed.
I was skeptical at first, but this actually turned out pretty good. Just needed a little more seasoning for my taste.
Glad you gave it a shot! Sometimes a little tweak is all you need to make it perfect. What kind of seasoning did you add?
Why do you use whole milk? I only had skim. Still tasted alright, but not as rich as I bet it would be.
Whole milk just makes it creamier and tastier! Skim is okay, but you really miss out on that richness. Trust me, it’s worth the extra calories!
Made this for brunch with my friends and they loved it! So indulgent, thanks for sharing!
So glad to hear that! It’s always nice when a recipe brings friends together. 😄
This is the best sausage gravy recipe I’ve tried! It came out creamy and delicious. My family loved it!
I tried this recipe but it didn’t turn out as creamy as I hoped. The sausage was good though!
I totally agree! This sausage gravy is a game changer. My kids can’t get enough of it!
Too much flour. My gravy ended up like paste… not cool.
Sausage gravy? Nah, I prefer my gravy with a bit more flavor. Too simple for my liking.
I used turkey sausage instead and it tasted weird. Not as good as I thought it would be based on the reviews.
Easy to make but kinda bland. Add some cayenne pepper and it’s a game changer!
I don’t even like gravy, but this wasn’t half bad! Might try it with some eggs next time.
Delicious but I added some garlic powder to spice it up a bit! Will make again.
Adding garlic powder sounds like a great idea! I’ll have to try that next time. Thanks for the tip!
It was too salty for my liking, didn’t enjoy it as much.
Too salty? But isn’t sausage already salty? 🤔 Anyway, thanks for the feedback.
Sorry to hear that! Maybe next time try using less salt or adding more flour to balance it out!
Never made gravy before, but this was easy enough. Mine turned out a bit lumpy tho, might have whisked wrong.
Yummy! I used turkey sausage instead, still tasted great! 10/10 would recommend.
Turkey sausage? Really? I didn’t think it would work, but if you say so! Maybe I’ll try it next time.
I used turkey sausage instead, turned out great! Never thought to substitute.
scoff… this ain’t real gravy. Try adding some spices, my mom’s recipe is better.
I followed the recipe exactly but my gravy turned out too thick. What did I do wrong? 🤔
Not bad, but I think my brother can make better sausage gravy for sure.
This is awesome! My family loved it, perfect for breakfast.
Honestly, what’s the deal with the flour?! Can’t we just use cornstarch? 🤷♂️
Using cornstarch might work, but it won’t give you the same texture as flour. Just trust the recipe, it’s classic for a reason! 🙌
I don’t know, seems like flour does better? 🤔 Cornstarch can make it too gooey. But what do I know?
This is the best sausage gravy I’ve ever made! So creamy and rich. Will definitely make it again!
I’m glad to hear you liked it! I also added some spices and it turned out amazing!
So easy to make! I didn’t have whole milk, used skim and still yummy!
Not bad, but I think it needs more flavor. Maybe some garlic or something?
I totally agree! Garlic would definitely kick it up a notch. 🤤
Soo good! Just what I needed for breakfast. The only thing I didn’t add was pepper, and it was still awesome!
I dunno, I’ve tried other gravy recipes and they didn’t taste this good… maybe it’s just me but I think it needs pepper.
Glad you liked it! It’s super versatile, even without pepper. I enjoy it with some hot sauce too!
This sausage gravy is to die for! I topped it on biscuits and my kids loved it. Definitely making again!
Is it just me or is this not really a ‘gravy’? Kinda just looks like soup 🤷♂️
Idk man, gravy or soup, ain’t it all just yummy? Who’s counting the texture? 😂
I think it looks like a delicious gravy! Maybe you just need to cook it a bit longer to thicken it up? 😋