Description
Biscuits and Gravy is a beloved Southern comfort dish that combines fluffy, golden-brown biscuits with savory, creamy sausage gravy. This classic recipe evokes warm memories of cozy family breakfasts and gatherings. The buttery biscuits are easy to make from scratch, providing the perfect vehicle for the rich, zesty gravy made with your choice of breakfast sausage. Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or enjoying a comforting meal at home, this Biscuits and Gravy recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and fill your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold)
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 2 cups milk or cream (for gravy)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add milk while stirring until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 1 inch thick and cut into rounds.
- Place biscuits on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the gravy, cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Stir in flour and gradually add milk, cooking until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm biscuits topped generously with sausage gravy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit with gravy (240g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 68mg