Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
For this classic Southern breakfast, you will need all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, butter or shortening, milk, breakfast sausage, and optional black pepper and herbs for extra flavor. Fluffy homemade biscuits paired with creamy, savory sausage gravy make for a hearty, comforting start to the day.
To prepare, start by making the biscuits: mix flour, baking powder, and salt, then cut in butter or shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until a soft dough forms, then roll out and cut into rounds. Bake until golden and fluffy. For the gravy, cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet until browned, then sprinkle in flour and cook briefly to form a roux. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and creamy, seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional herbs. Serve the warm biscuits split open and smothered with rich sausage gravy. This dish is indulgent, comforting, and perfect for weekend breakfasts or brunches.
