Sausage gravy is one of those timeless comfort foods that never loses its appeal. Rich, creamy, and generously seasoned, it brings a sense of warmth and nostalgia to any breakfast table. This Pioneer Woman–style version captures everything people love about classic country gravy: hearty sausage, smooth texture, and that unmistakable peppery kick.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. With just a few pantry staples—sausage, flour, milk, and seasoning—you can create a deeply flavorful gravy that tastes like it simmered for hours. Browning the sausage develops the savory base, while adding flour directly to the pan creates a roux that thickens the gravy perfectly. The milk transforms everything into a velvety sauce that clings beautifully to biscuits.
As the gravy simmers, it thickens into a luscious consistency that’s ideal for spooning generously over warm, flaky biscuits. Pepper brings just the right amount of heat, and a dash of cayenne can elevate the flavor even further without overpowering the dish. This gravy is classic, reliable, and endlessly comforting—exactly what you want on a slow weekend morning.
Another advantage of this recipe is how easily you can customize it. Adjust the thickness by adding more milk, bump up the heat with hot sausage, or finish it with butter for an extra silky touch. No matter how you tweak it, the essence remains the same: hearty, creamy, homemade goodness.
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Serve it fresh and hot, and watch it become a staple in your breakfast rotation. It’s simple, satisfying, and full of down-home charm.
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
• 1 lb breakfast sausage (hot or mild)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3–4 cups whole milk
• 1/2 tsp black pepper (more to taste)
• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust depending on sausage)
• Optional: pinch of cayenne or crushed red pepper
• Fresh biscuits, for serving
Instructions:
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