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Sausage Gravy

A rich, savory gravy built on seasoned sausage and a silky roux base, endlessly customizable with your choice of meat, aromatics, and finishing touches. Perfect for biscuits, hash browns, or any breakfast plate.

20
min
4
servings
476
kcal
20.9g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Onion1/2 medium, diced
Garlic1-2 cloves, minced
Salt1/4 to 1/2 tsp
Fresh sage or thyme1 tsp dried or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped

Method

1

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the sausage and cook, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired (leaving 2–3 tablespoons for roux).

2

If using onion and garlic, push the sausage to the side of the skillet and add them to the fat. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and softened.

3

Sprinkle the flour over the sausage and aromatics, stirring constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste and form a paste.

4

Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking for 3–5 minutes until the gravy thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

5

Stir in the black pepper, salt, and any herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Simmer for 1 minute to meld flavors, then serve hot.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories476 kcal
Protein20.9 g
Carbohydrate14.5 g
Fat36.6 g
Fibre0.9 g
Sodium1233.8 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.