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A flaky, golden biscuit stacked with savory sausage, smothered in creamy gravy, and garnished with fresh chopped herbs on a white plate.

Biscuits and Gravy Recipe

Biscuits and gravy is a classic Southern American dish, perfect for breakfast or brunch. It features flaky homemade biscuits smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy. The biscuits are made with flour, butter, and milk, while the gravy combines sausage, flour, milk, and seasonings for a hearty flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Southern American Cuisine
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • ¾ cup milk
Forthe Sausage Gravy:
  • ½ pound breakfast sausage
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional

Method
 

Make the Biscuits:
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in butter until mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
  4. Add milk and stir until dough forms.
  5. Roll out dough to ½-inch thick and cut biscuits.
  6. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Make the Gravy:
  1. Cook sausage in a pan over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add butter and let it melt.
  3. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly.
  5. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Serve:
  1. Split the biscuits and pour gravy over the top.
  2. Enjoy warm!