Description
This Homemade Sausage Gravy is a classic Southern breakfast favorite made completely from scratch in just 20 minutes. Rich, creamy, and packed with savory pork sausage, it’s the perfect topping for warm homemade biscuits.
Ingredients
- 1 lb bulk pork sausage
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 to 3 1/2 cups milk
- 1/4 tsp granulated garlic
- 1 tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook for 8–10 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles until browned and fully cooked.
- Add the butter to the skillet and stir until melted.
- Sprinkle the flour, granulated garlic, and black pepper over the sausage. Stir continuously until the flour is fully absorbed and cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in 3 cups of milk while stirring constantly.
- Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes until thick and creamy.
- If the gravy is too thick, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of milk until the desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and season with salt and additional black pepper if needed.
- Serve hot over freshly baked biscuits.
Notes
- Do not drain the sausage drippings—they add essential flavor to the gravy.
- If using a lightly seasoned sausage, add extra salt, pepper, or a pinch of rubbed sage.
- Whisk constantly while adding the milk to ensure a smooth, lump-free gravy.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern, American