Biscuits and Gravy Recipe
Enjoy a classic biscuits and gravy recipe that's perfect for a comforting, hearty meal any time of the day.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 4
Calories 600 kcal
- 2 cups All-purpose flour for biscuits
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour for gravy
- 1 tbsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Cold butter cubed
- 1 cup Milk for biscuits
- 2 cups Milk for gravy
- 1/2 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 pound Breakfast sausage
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish as needed
Step 1 – Prepare the Biscuits
Ingredients: Mix together 2 cups of flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, and 1 tsp salt in a large bowl.
Mixing: Cut in 1/2 cup of cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Dough Formation: Gradually add 1 cup of milk and stir until a soft dough forms.
Shaping: On a floured surface, knead the dough gently 3-4 times. Roll out to 1 inch thick and cut with a biscuit cutter.
Baking: Place on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (218°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden.
“Perfect biscuits are all about keeping the butter cold and handling the dough as little as possible.”
Step 2 – Make the Gravy
Cooking the Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until brown and crumbly.
Making the Roux: Sprinkle 3 tbsp of flour over the cooked sausage, stir to combine, and cook for 2 minutes to remove the flour taste.
Adding Milk: Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring no lumps form.
Seasoning: Add salt and ground black pepper to taste, and stir constantly until the mixture thickens into a gravy.
“The secret to smooth, thick gravy lies in the roux—ensure it’s cooked well before adding milk.”
- For lighter biscuits, use buttermilk instead of regular milk.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the gravy for a spicy kick.
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