The Biscuits And Gravy Recipe
Freshly baked biscuits topped with house-made sausage gravy.
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Ingredients
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Biscuits
Sausage Gravy
Method
Biscuits
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until well combined.
- 2
Cut in the Butter
Add the unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add the Milk
Pour in the milk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
- 4
Shape the Biscuits
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times. Pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds.
- 5
Bake the Biscuits
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Sausage Gravy
- 6
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 7
Make the Roux
Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir to combine, cooking for another minute to form a roux.
- 8
Add the Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 9
Season the Gravy
Add salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
