Jul 14 2026
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Biscuits + Gravy Recipe

Inspired by Bernie's Diner
Time45m
Serves2

house-made buttermilk biscuits, sausage gravy, two eggs your way

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Ingredients

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Biscuits

Sausage Gravy

Method

Biscuits

  1. 1

    Prepare the Dough

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  2. 2

    Add Buttermilk

    Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

  3. 3

    Shape the Biscuits

    Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Fold the dough over itself a few times to create layers, then pat it out again. Cut into rounds with a biscuit cutter.

  4. 4

    Bake

    Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Sausage Gravy

  1. 5

    Cook the Sausage

    In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 6

    Create the Roux

    Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

  3. 7

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Eggs

  1. 8

    Cook the Eggs

    In a non-stick skillet, heat the butter or oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook to your desired doneness, seasoning with salt and black pepper. For sunny-side-up, cook until the whites are set but yolks are still runny. For over-easy, flip and cook for an additional minute.

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