Description
Classic Southern Biscuits & Gravy is a beloved dish that captures the essence of comfort food. This recipe features fluffy, buttery biscuits generously topped with a rich, creamy sausage gravy that is both savory and satisfying. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this dish evokes memories of family gatherings and lazy weekends. The combination of textures—from the tender biscuits to the velvety gravy—creates a delightful experience for your taste buds. Quick to prepare and made with simple ingredients, these biscuits and gravy are sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 2 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Gradually stir in milk until a dough forms. Knead gently on a floured surface; pat into a circle and cut out biscuits.
- Bake biscuits for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned. Sprinkle flour over sausage; stir well.
- Slowly add heavy cream while stirring until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Split warm biscuits and pour sausage gravy over them before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit with gravy (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Use cold ingredients straight from the fridge for optimal flakiness. Experiment with different sausage varieties for varied flavors. Add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for an aromatic touch.