Sausage Gravy I

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, peppery comfort food perfect for topping fluffy biscuits.
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Sausage Gravy I

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 191.2

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There is nothing quite like the comforting aroma of sausage gravy wafting through the kitchen in the morning. This classic American dish combines spicy bulk sausage with a rich, velvety white gravy that is thickened with flour and enriched with milk. The key to a great gravy lies in browning the sausage well to develop deep flavor and then cooking the roupe just long enough to remove the raw flour taste. The result is a savory, slightly spicy sauce with a smooth, luxurious texture that coats every bite. It is the ultimate weekend breakfast companion, best served hot over split, buttered buttermilk biscuits. Simple, hearty, and deeply satisfying, this recipe brings a taste of Southern tradition to your table with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the spicy bulk sausage.
  2. Cook the sausage, stirring frequently and breaking it into small crumbles with a spoon, until fully browned and cooked through.
  3. Carefully drain off the excess fat from the pan, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the saucepan.
  4. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the sausage and fat, stirring constantly to coat the meat and create a roux.
  5. Cook the flour mixture for about 1 minute, stirring continuously, to eliminate the raw flour taste.
  6. Gradually whisk in the milk, salt, and freshly ground pepper, ensuring no lumps form.
  7. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens and becomes bubbly, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 191.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9g13%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 17.2mg6%
Sodium 2714.8mg114%
Total Carbohydrate 18.0g6%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 6.2g
Protein 11.3g23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: sausage, gravy, breakfast, biscuits, comfort food, american, spicy, cream, milk, pepper, roux, crumble, saucy, morning, brunch, classic, homestyle, pantry, easy, quick
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