How to Make Delicious Biscuits and Gravy at Home

Biscuits and gravy is a classic American breakfast dish that is both comforting and delicious. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting out, this guide will walk you through the process of creating this delightful meal in the comfort of your own home.

The Basic Ingredients

At its core, making biscuits and gravy is straightforward. The primary ingredients consist of:

Biscuits: Homemade buttermilk biscuits, or you can use store-bought Bisquick for an easier option. Gravy: Sausage, flour, and milk. You can also use bacon or butter for the fat base of the gravy.

Step 1: Cooking the Biscuits

Start by baking your biscuits. If you prefer homemade biscuits, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Then add buttermilk and mix until the dough comes together. Pat the dough to a thickness of about 1 inch and cut it into rounds. Place them on a baking sheet and bake them in a preheated oven until golden brown.

If you are using Bisquick, follow the instructions on the package to mix and bake the biscuits.

Step 2: Making the Gravy

While the biscuits are baking, prepare the gravy. Use the fat from the sausage or bacon that you will cook separately. In a nonstick frying pan, sauté the ground sausage in butter. Once the sausage is cooked, remove it and set it aside.

Next, in the same pan, add a glass of milk and the juice from the cooked sausage. To this mixture, add 1 spoonful of cornstarch. Whisk the cornstarch into the milk and juice until there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil and stir until it thickens. Then, add back the cooked sausage and give it a good stir to mix in. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Optional: The Basic Gravy Recipe

For a more traditional approach, follow the basic recipe:

2 tablespoons of fat (bacon fat, sausage fat, or butter) 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour 1 cup of milk or a mixture of milk and water

Heat a saucepan, add the fat, and when melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux. Cook the roux for 5-8 minutes until it turns slightly blond in color. Gradually add the milk, whisking until heated and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer, you can add crumbled bacon or sausage for extra flavor.

Cook the Sausage and Gravy

Fry the sausage (or bacon) and add a bit of extra butter, about 1/2 stick. Once the sausage is cooked, set it aside. In the same pan, sprinkle in 1/4 cup of flour and mix it well. The roux should be a bit like wet mud and should take about 3-4 minutes to cook. Add warm milk, stirring until the thickness you desire is reached. Season with pepper (salt is usually not needed in gravy).

Serving Time

Open a warm biscuit and butter it if you like. Pour the spicy sausage gravy over the biscuit. It’s that simple! This recipe serves about 4-6 people, depending on appetite. Serve with additional butter and enjoy!

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So why not give it a try today and enjoy a warm and hearty breakfast from the comfort of your home! Happy cooking!