Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of Biscuits and Gravy, a beloved Southern dish that transforms breakfast into a heartwarming experience. Imagine fluffy, buttery biscuits generously topped with rich, creamy sausage gravy, filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. This comforting meal is perfect for lazy weekends or festive gatherings and is incredibly easy to prepare. With the flexibility to customize it with your favorite spices or ingredients, Biscuits and Gravy will quickly become your go-to comfort food. Gather your loved ones around the table and treat them to this delicious classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold butter (cut into small pieces)
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup flour (for gravy)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk gently.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface; knead lightly, then shape to about an inch thick and cut into rounds.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned. Add flour for the roux; stir for one minute before gradually whisking in chicken broth.
- Simmer until thickened; ladle over split warm biscuits and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit with gravy (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg