Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy is a creamy and savory recipe, which is made with flavorful breakfast sausage and rich whole milk. It’s the ultimate comfort food, the perfect topping for a classic Southern biscuits and gravy breakfast, ready in about 30 minutes.
Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy Ingredients
A classic combination for the ultimate hearty Southern breakfast.
- 1 lb. breakfast sausage
- 1/2 sweet onion, chopped (optional)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 cups whole milk, plus more if needed
- 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper, plus more to taste
- 1 tsp. dried sage or thyme (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Hot, fresh biscuits, for serving
How To Make Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy
A step-by-step guide to this classic, one-pan comfort food breakfast.
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. If using, add the chopped onion. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until the sausage is no longer pink and is nicely browned, and the onion is softened. Do not drain the grease.
- Make the Roux: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and its drippings. Stir constantly for about 2 minutes, until the flour is fully incorporated and has had a chance to toast slightly.
- Create the Gravy: While stirring continuously, slowly pour in the milk. Increase the heat to medium-high and continue to stir until the mixture comes to a boil and begins to thicken.
- Simmer and Season: Once thickened, reduce the heat back to medium-low. Add the seasoned salt, black pepper, and sage or thyme, if using. Let the gravy simmer gently for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has reached your desired thickness. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately over warm biscuits.
Recipe Tips
For the richest, most flavorful sausage gravy every time.
- How to get a rich, flavorful gravy? The secret is the sausage drippings! Do not drain the fat from the pan after cooking the sausage. Making your roux (the flour and fat mixture) with the flavorful sausage drippings is the key to a classic, savory gravy.
- How to prevent lumpy gravy? The key is to pour the milk in very gradually while stirring or whisking constantly. This allows the flour to dissolve smoothly into the liquid without forming clumps.
- Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, sausage gravy is great for making ahead. Let it cool completely and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It will thicken considerably when chilled.
- My gravy is too thick/thin. How do I fix it? This is an easy fix! If the gravy is too thick, simply whisk in a little more milk until it reaches your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, just let it simmer on low for a few extra minutes to reduce and thicken up.
What To Serve With Sausage Gravy
The perfect pairings for this ultimate breakfast comfort food.
Sausage gravy is a Southern staple, and it’s best known for being served over:
- Fluffy, warm buttermilk biscuits
- Fried chicken or chicken fried steak
- Creamy grits
- Scrambled eggs or a simple fried egg
How To Store Sausage Gravy
This gravy makes for fantastic leftovers.
- Refrigerate: Let the gravy cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Gently rewarm the gravy in a saucepan over low heat, whisking in a splash of milk to loosen it to its original consistency.
Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per serving.
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Fat: 28 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What’s the best sausage to use for gravy?
A classic, bulk pork breakfast sausage is the traditional and best choice. You can choose a mild, medium, or hot variety depending on your spice preference.
Can I make this with a different kind of milk?
For the richest, most classic result, whole milk is recommended. In a pinch, you can use 2% milk, but the gravy will be slightly less creamy.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes. To make the gravy gluten-free, simply substitute the all-purpose flour with an equal amount of a good quality gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Sausage Rice Casserole Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Sausage Breakfast Casserole Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Sausage Egg Potato Casserole Recipe
Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy Recipe
Description
A classic, creamy, and savory Southern-style sausage gravy, made in one pan with simple ingredients. The ultimate comfort food topping for fresh buttermilk biscuits.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage (and onion, if using) until cooked through, breaking it into crumbles. Do not drain the grease.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and sprinkle the flour over the sausage. Stir constantly for 2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the milk while stirring. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, stirring, until thickened.
- Reduce the heat to a simmer. Stir in the seasoned salt, black pepper, and optional herbs.
- Let the gravy simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has reached your desired thickness.
- Serve hot over warm biscuits.
Notes
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