Biscuits and Gravy (Printable)

Golden buttermilk biscuits topped with creamy peppery sausage gravy for a hearty Southern breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Biscuits

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 tablespoon sugar
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
07 - 3/4 cup cold buttermilk

→ For the Sausage Gravy

08 - 1 pound breakfast sausage, crumbled
09 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
10 - 3 cups whole milk
11 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
13 - Pinch of cayenne pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
03 - Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
04 - Pour in buttermilk and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
05 - Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface; gently pat to 1-inch thickness. Fold dough over on itself 2-3 times, then pat again to 1-inch thickness.
06 - Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, reshaping scraps as needed. Place biscuits close together on the baking sheet.
07 - Bake 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and let cool slightly.
08 - Meanwhile, for the gravy: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, breaking up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
09 - Sprinkle flour over the sausage and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes until flour is absorbed.
10 - Gradually add milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
11 - Add black pepper, salt, and cayenne. Cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
12 - Split warm biscuits and spoon hot sausage gravy generously over the top. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Classic Comfort Food: Enjoy a timeless Southern dish that is beloved for its rich, savory flavors.
  • Simple from Scratch: With straightforward instructions, you can easily create both the flaky biscuits and the creamy gravy at home.
  • Hearty & Satisfying: This dish is guaranteed to fill you up and start your day on a delicious and comforting note.
02 -
  • Keep it Cold: For the flakiest biscuits, make sure your butter and buttermilk are very cold. This creates steam pockets in the oven, leading to a better rise.
  • Don't Overmix: When combining the wet and dry ingredients for the biscuits, stir just until the dough comes together. Overworking the gluten will result in tough biscuits.
  • Thicken with Care: Whisk the milk into the flour and sausage mixture gradually to ensure a smooth, lump-free gravy. Let it simmer gently to reach the perfect consistency.
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