Description
Classic Southern Biscuits & Gravy is a comforting, soul-satisfying dish that captures the heart of Southern cuisine. This easy-to-make recipe features sky-high, fluffy biscuits smothered in a rich, creamy sausage gravy, making it a perfect choice for breakfast or brunch. Each bite combines the flaky texture of the biscuits with the savory goodness of the gravy, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy Sunday mornings, this dish not only fills your belly but also warms your heart with its nostalgic charm. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, even novice cooks can whip up this Southern classic in no time.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Cold unsalted butter
- Milk (whole or buttermilk)
- Ground sausage
- Black pepper
- Sage
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add milk while mixing until just combined; some lumps are fine.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface; gently shape into a rectangle about 1 inch thick and cut out rounds.
- Bake biscuits for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- For the gravy: Cook ground sausage in a skillet until browned, then sprinkle with flour and gradually add milk while stirring until thickened.
- Serve biscuits topped with sausage gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit with gravy (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg