The Best Sausage Gravy Recipe

Sausage Gravy Recipe

Here’s my classic homemade sausage gravy recipe, also known as “sawmill gravy,” which requires just 4 ingredients and can be made in about 15 minutes, making it a perfect breakfast staple to enjoy alongside my 5-star foolproof biscuits!

The Best Sausage Gravy Recipe

As soon as the chilly weather sets in, I immediately whip out my sausage gravy recipe.

As the skillet comes out and the biscuits go into the oven, we indulge in homemade sausage gravy and biscuits for breakfast, while my best chili recipe and potato soup create a cozy dinner rotation perfect for this sweater weather.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• This recipe is super simple to make, allowing both beginners and experts to achieve equal success, which I’ve experienced myself.
• It can be ready in under 15 minutes, so you won’t have to wait long.u won’t have to wait long.
• It’s a hearty breakfast gravy that is both satisfying and filling.
• You won’t find a sausage gravy this tasty, full of authentic flavor, on any shelf or even at your favorite breakfast spot.pot.

Ingredients You’ll Need 

For my homemade sausage gravy recipe, you only need a few simple ingredients, yet the results are nothing short of spectacular.

• Seek out pork breakfast sausage, preferably in a log form, and opt for a sage variety to elevate the flavor of your gravy.
• To prevent the gravy from becoming too loose or watery, use all-purpose flour as a thickener; while some have successfully substituted it with a 1:1 gluten-free flour, I haven’t tried that myself yet.
• Whole milk is preferred for sausage gravy due to its ability to provide the proper consistency, while using lower-fat milk can lead to a thinner texture.
• To enhance the flavor of the gravy, add salt and pepper to taste, along with a pinch of crushed red pepper if desired; if it doesn’t taste amazing once finished, it likely just needs a few more shakes of salt.

The ingredients we’re using today, but for the full list of amounts and detailed instructions, please refer to the printable recipe below.”

How to Make It

Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat while crumbling it with a spoon or spatula as it cooks.ooks.

Cook the sausage until it is thoroughly browned and well broken up, ensuring there’s no need to drain the meat afterward.

Sprinkle flour over the sausage and stir until absorbed; then cook for a few more seconds.

Slowly drizzle in the milk while stirring until it’s absorbed and the mixture thickens, adding crushed red pepper if desired; then, season with salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:To avoid lumps in your breakfast gravy, first, add flour to your sausage. Then, use a spoon, spatula, or whisk to break up any clumps before pouring in the milk. This will ensure a smooth and creamy gravy.

Can I prepare sausage gravy the night before??

This recipe is an excellent make-ahead breakfast option that can be refrigerated in an airtight container. Simply reheat it in a skillet over medium-low heat the next morning, adding a splash of milk to the thickened gravy and stirring until heated through.

What are some best ways to thicken my sausage gravy?

When you first add the milk to my sausage gravy recipe, it may seem runny; however, as you continue to cook it, it will thicken to your desired consistency without needing to add more flour.

What distinguishes country gravy from sausage gravy?

The primary difference is that country gravy is typically made without meat and uses butter as its base, making it a tasty option. However, in my opinion, it doesn’t smother biscuits as satisfyingly as sausage gravy, although both fall slightly short of chocolate gravy.ravy.

Warm, hearty, and simply delicious, I hope this homemade sausage gravy recipe becomes a new staple in your cold-weather breakfast rotation—if you try it, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

Enjoy!

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