Classic Southern Sausage Gravy
Traditional dish · American
A rich and creamy classic Southern breakfast staple, perfect served over biscuits. This traditional recipe uses pork sausage and a simple roux for a comforting and hearty meal.
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Ingredients
- Pork breakfast sausage1 lb
- All-purpose flour1/4 cup
- Whole milk2 cups
- Salt1/2 tsp
- Black pepper1/4 tsp
Steps
- 1
Crumble the pork sausage into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain off most of the grease, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the skillet.
- 2
Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and grease. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- 3
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly.
- 4
Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, traditionally over biscuits.
