Hearty Biscuits and Gravy for a Comforting Breakfast
Biscuits and Gravy – The Classic Southern Comfort Breakfast made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 pound ground sausage
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour for gravy
- 2 cups milk for gravy
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the milk until just combined; do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently a few times before rolling out.
- Roll out to about 1-inch thick and cut out biscuits with a biscuit cutter.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- While the biscuits are baking, prepare the sausage gravy.
- In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir for 1-2 minutes until well incorporated.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Simmer the gravy for 5-10 minutes until thickened, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the biscuits from the oven and serve warm, topped with the sausage gravy.