This Sausage Gravy is the ultimate Southern breakfast staple. The beauty of this recipe is that it uses the natural fats from the breakfast sausage to create a rich, savory roux, which then thickens the milk into a silky gravy. It’s hearty, peppery, and exactly what you want spooned over a warm, split biscuit on a slow morning.

Classic Sausage Gravy
Ingredients:
Ingredient Amount
Mild ground breakfast sausage 1 lb
Whole milk 3 cups
All-purpose flour 1/3 cup
Garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon
Salt and black pepper To taste
Biscuits 8
How To Make Sausage Gravy:
Step 1: Brown the Sausage: Place the breakfast sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until it is fully browned and crumbled.

Step 2: Create the Roux: Sprinkle the 1/3 cup of flour over the cooked meat. Lower the heat to medium and stir constantly for about 1/2 minutes. This “toasts” the flour, removing the raw taste and ensuring a smooth, nutty base.