Homemade Sausage Gravy

Sausage Gravy is simple, delicious dish, made with just 3-ingredients in 20 minutes and the very best way to start the day!
5 from 19 reviews

Homemade Sausage Gravy ladled over warm biscuits is a classic Southern recipe that’s the ultimate comfort food for breakfast. This simple, scratch-made dish, with just 3 ingredients in 20 minutes, is a great way to start the day and is delicious for dinner, too!

For an outstanding breakfast, serve it with Sunshine Fruit Salad, Grits, and Three Cheese Quiche!

Homemade Sausage Gravy ladled over warm biscuits is a classic Southern recipe that's the ultimate comfort food for breakfast. This simple, delicious dish, made with just 3 ingredients in 20 minutes, is a great way to start the day and is delicious for dinner, too!
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5-Star Reader Comment

Made it today, first time making sausage gravy and it turned out fantastic. Made homemade bread yesterday for the first time as well and used it with the gravy today. Will be making this gravy at least once a week. Thanks for such a easy and great recipe.

Ken

If you’ve ever been lucky enough to have been served a plate of biscuits and gravy, then you know I’m not exaggerating when I call this recipe the ultimate in Southern comfort food. You feel warm inside and loved.

My family claims this is the best sausage gravy recipe, and it’s graced my table for years on Saturday mornings, during the holidays, and on family vacations. Not only is it over-the-top delicious, but it’s also super easy to make.

What Is Sausage Gravy?

This homemade sausage gravy, sometimes called breakfast gravy, is simple food made with cooked pork sausage, flour, and milk. It’s a staple here in the South, using ingredients that almost everyone has on hand. I serve it over warm buttermilk biscuits and scrambled eggs like most folks. It’s also delicious with toast or spooned over a breakfast casserole or quiche.

Made it today, first time making sausage gravy and it turned out fantastic. Will be making this gravy at least once a week. Thanks for such a easy and great recipe.” Ken B.

Sausage And Gravy Recipe Ingredients

Homemade Sausage Gravy served over hot biscuits is a breakfast made in heaven. Made with only 3 ingredients, this classic recipe is delicious, filling, and a time-honored tradition.
  • Breakfast Ground Pork Sausage – I use Neese’s sausage, which is a regional favorite. Jimmy Dean crumbled sausage is also a popular brand.
  • All-purpose Flour
  • Whole Milk
  • Black Pepper

How To Make The Best Southern Sausage Gravy

  1. Cook the sausage in a cast iron or heavy bottom large skillet. I like to cook it on medium to medium-low to that it browns and has little crunchy bits that will make the gravy fantastic. Once done cooking, DO NOT drain off the grease. Leave it in the pan and turn the heat down to low.
  2. Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage. Stir the flour into the sausage and grease, making a roux, over medium heat. Continue stirring for approximately 2 minutes until the flour is cooked.
  3. Slowly pour in half of the milk, stirring it into the roux and sausage. Turn the heat up to medium and pour the rest of the milk in, stirring to incorporate.
  4. Simmer and continue to stir until the gravy has thickened. Add in black pepper, taste to adjust salt if needed. Serve hot over warm biscuits.

Can You Freeze Homemade Sausage Gravy?

Sure! Store the sausage gravy in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw in the refrigerator, then reheat on the stovetop. If the gravy if too thick, thin it with a little milk or water.

Homemade Sausage Gravy served over hot biscuits is a breakfast made in heaven. Made with only 3 ingredients, this classic recipe is delicious, filling, and a time-honored tradition.

Common Questions With Answers

How do I thicken sausage gravy?

If the gravy is too thin, add 2 tablespoons of flour to 3 tablespoons of cold water and stir until combined, making a slurry. Slowly stir the mixture into the gravy and cook until thickened.

What is the best sausage to use?

Pork breakfast sausage is best to use in this recipe. You can substitute hot sausage if you want to make it spicy. If needed, turkey sausage can be used.

Can I save leftover gravy?

If you are lucky enough to have any leftovers, store the gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

How do I reheat gravy?

Reheat the gravy in a skillet over medium-low heat. The gravy will have thickened quite a bit when cooled, so add a bit of milk and stir until the gravy begins to loosen while being heated.

What To Serve With Easy Sausage Gravy

Once you taste this gravy, you might start dreaming of ways to serve it. I often serve biscuits and gravy with scrambled eggs, or Three Cheese Quiche. It’s also great spooned over Pimento Cheese Grits, Hash Browns, or Air Fried Cajun Potatoes. Honestly, the options are endless!

Biscuits served with homemade sausage grave is a classic southern breakfast that has been loved over the ages.

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Homemade Sausage Gravy served over hot biscuits is a breakfast made in heaven. Made with only 3 ingredients, this classic recipe is delicious, filling, and a time-honored tradition.

Best Homemade Sausage Gravy

5 from 19 reviews
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 310kcal
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Homemade Sausage Gravy ladled over warm biscuits is a classic Southern recipe that's the ultimate breakfast comfort food. This simple, delicious dish, made with just 3-ingredients, in 20-minutes is a great way to start the day and is delicious for dinner!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork breakfast sausage
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 – 2 ½ cups whole milk
  • fresh cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the sausage in a cast iron or heavy bottom large skillet. Once done cooking, DO NOT drain off the grease. Leave it in the pan and turn the heat down to low.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage. Stir the flour into the sausage and grease, making a roux. Continue stirring for approximately 2 minutes until the flour is cooked.
  • Slowly pour in half of the milk, stirring it into the roux and sausage. Turn the heat up to medium and pour the rest of the milk in, stirring to incorporate. Continue to stir until the gravy has thickened. Add in black pepper, taste to adjust salt if needed.
  • Serve hot over warm biscuits or toast.

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Notes

  • If you are lucky enough to have any leftovers, store the gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the gravy in a skillet over medium-low heat. The gravy will have thickened quite a bit when cooled, so add a bit of milk and stir until the gravy begins to loosen while being heated.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcal · Carbohydrates: 9g · Protein: 15g · Fat: 23g · Saturated Fat: 9g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g · Monounsaturated Fat: 10g · Trans Fat: 0.2g · Cholesterol: 67mg · Sodium: 520mg · Potassium: 346mg · Fiber: 0.1g · Sugar: 5g · Vitamin A: 221IU · Vitamin C: 1mg · Calcium: 133mg · Iron: 1mg
Homemade Sausage Gravy served over biscuits is made in just 20 minutes and delicious for breakfast or dinner.

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31 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    First time making came out great used Jimmy Dean sausage. Added a little seasoning salt delicious recipe.No cast iron but still came out good!

  2. 5 stars
    I just made this and it’s great I cut out a bit of milk and added Cajun seasoning. It’s really thick, don’t need biscuits just served over 2 scrambled eggs for people wanting to cut a few carbs. Fantastic!!!

  3. 5 stars
    This is my favorite of the most popular of ’23. I ring the outer edges of the iron pan with the biscuits and bake it.

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