Description
A comforting Southern classic featuring buttery biscuits smothered in rich, peppery sausage gravy. A nostalgic dish that brings warmth and tradition to your breakfast table.
Ingredients
Biscuits:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 stick cold unsalted butter
3/4 cup chilled buttermilk
Gravy:
1 lb breakfast turkey sausage
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
1/4 teaspoon thyme or sage (optional)
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients for biscuits. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in chilled buttermilk just until combined.
3. Turn dough onto floured surface. Pat into 1” thick round. Cut using biscuit cutter or glass and place on parchment-lined tray.
4. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and crisp-bottomed.
5. Meanwhile, cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Do not drain.
6. Sprinkle flour over sausage, stir for 2–3 minutes to create a roux.
7. Gradually whisk in milk, letting gravy thicken.
8. Season with cracked pepper and optional herbs/spices.
9. Taste, adjust, and serve generously over fresh biscuits.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute turkey sausage and low-fat milk. Try plant-based sausage or mushroom gravy for vegetarian versions. Whole wheat or gluten-free biscuits are also viable.
Pair with fruit salad, scrambled eggs, or sweet sides like cheesecake for a complete Southern breakfast experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking & Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: biscuits and gravy, southern breakfast, comfort food, sausage gravy, homemade biscuits