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Homemade Sausage Gravy

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A classic southern breakfast gravy made with seasoned pork sausage, flour, and creamy milk. This simple yet flavorful gravy is perfect served over warm biscuits for a hearty breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground hot pork sausage
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet with deep sides over medium-high heat, add the sausage. Brown and crumble the sausage, stirring occasionally until cooked through with no pink left, about 5 minutes. Do not drain the excess grease.
  2. Turn the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the pan. Stir until melted.
  3. Add the flour and stir so it gets fully absorbed in the fat and covers the sausage. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Very slowly stream in the milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally until it comes to a simmer and thickens, 3-5 minutes.
  5. Make sure to scrape the bottom and corners of the pan where the flour mixture may get stuck.
  6. Season with black pepper and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until combined.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm over biscuits.

Notes

Do not drain the sausage grease as it adds flavor and helps create the roux. Pour the milk in slowly and stir constantly to avoid lumps in the gravy. For extra flavor, use sage-flavored breakfast sausage.

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