Homemade Biscuits & Gravy Recipe
There’s nothing better than a warm, comforting homemade biscuits and gravy recipe for breakfast or brunch.
Fluffy biscuits topped with creamy sausage gravy make this easy breakfast recipe a family favorite that’s surprisingly easy to make from scratch.
Whether you’re serving it for a cozy weekend breakfast, holiday brunch, or breakfast-for-dinner night, this hearty recipe is always a hit.
Inspired by traditional Southern-style recipes, homemade gravy made with breakfast sausage, flour, and milk creates rich flavor in every bite.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made completely from scratch with simple pantry ingredients
- Rich, creamy sausage gravy packed with flavor
- Perfect for brunch, holidays, or comforting weekend breakfasts
- Easy enough for beginners to make
- Great for feeding a crowd
How to Make Gravy for Biscuits
- You can serve this recipe over canned biscuits for a quick breakfast or make homemade biscuits from scratch using pancake mix biscuits or easy drop biscuits for an extra comforting meal.
- Once your biscuits are ready, cook breakfast sausage in a skillet until browned, then stir in flour to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in milk and simmer until the gravy becomes thick, creamy, and full of flavor.
- Season with plenty of black pepper before spooning the gravy over warm biscuits and serving immediately.
These biscuits can be frozen either before or after baking depending on what works best for your schedule.
What to Serve with Biscuits and Gravy
This is a hearty dish on their own, but pairing them with a few sides can make a more complete and balanced meal.
- Fluffy, creamy scrambled eggs are a classic pairing.
- Crispy bacon or savory sausage links add a deliciously salty and smoky flavor that complements the rich gravy.
- A crispy, golden hash brown recipe or air fry home fries for a satisfying contrast in texture and flavor.
- A mix of fresh fruits like berries, melons, and citrus adds a refreshing and sweet balance to the savory dish.
Yes! The sausage gravy can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to loosen the gravy before serving. Biscuits can also be baked ahead and frozen for easy breakfasts later.
- If you love homemade biscuits, try more biscuit recipes including breakfast casseroles, biscuit desserts, and savory dinner ideas.
Homemade Biscuits and Gravy Recipe
Ingredients
- Flaky Buttermilk Biscuits
- 1 pound of pork breakfast sausage
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
Instructions
- While your biscuits bake, start with your homemade sausage gravy.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until it’s browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir well to coat the meat.
- Cook for about 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually add the milk to the skillet, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Continue to cook and stir until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Taste your gravy as you go and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- The sausage will add some saltiness, so be cautious when adding additional salt.
- Remove from heat and let the gravy sit for a minute to thicken further.
- Split warm biscuits in half and place it on a plate.
- Generously ladle the sausage gravy over the biscuit halves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
- Store leftover gravy in an airtight container.
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