The Best Sausage Gravy Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
485 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Condiments
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Cuisine
American
The Best Sausage Gravy Recipe
Description
The Best Sausage Gravy Recipe begins by browning ground pork sausage in a skillet, breaking it into small pieces to develop even cooking and flavor. Butter or bacon fat is added to the pan before stirring in flour to create a roux, which cooks briefly to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually adding whole milk while stirring allows the gravy to thicken without lumps. Simmering gently ensures a smooth, bubbly consistency. Final seasoning with salt and pepper adjusts the taste, balancing the richness. This gravy is creamy with a subtle pork flavor, suitable for complementing various savory breakfasts.
This gravy is traditionally served over warm biscuits but can also accompany other breakfast sides. Adjusting the milk amount can yield a thinner or thicker gravy depending on preference.
Use turkey sausage as a substitute, but be prepared to add extra butter or bacon grease to maintain flavor and richness. Store leftovers airtight and refrigerate up to four days.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 tablespoon butter or bacon fat, salted
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2⅓ cups milk whole
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until no pink remains. Do not drain the fat.
- Add the butter or bacon fat and stir until melted. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Add milk a little bit at a time, stirring after each addition.
- Bring to a boil while stirring, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until thickened and bubbly.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Adjust milk quantity to get your preferred gravy thickness.
- Turkey sausage can substitute pork, though adding extra fat may be necessary for flavor.
- Store leftover gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 485 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 485 | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 37g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 103mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 807mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 469mg | 10% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 405IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 171mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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