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Pioneer Woman’s Sausage Gravy!

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This homemade sausage gravy is a true Southern classic, inspired by the Pioneer Woman’s comforting recipes. Made with savory breakfast sausage, creamy milk, and a touch of seasoning, it’s thick, rich, and perfect over warm, buttery biscuits. Whether you’re making a big weekend brunch or a cozy weekday breakfast, this easy sausage gravy comes together in just 20 minutes. Plus, it’s versatile—swap in turkey sausage for a leaner option or spice it up with hot sausage. Serve it fresh or store leftovers for a quick and satisfying meal anytime!

  • Author: Tara Hamrick
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (for a little kick, optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the sausage
Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up. Keep the grease—it’s packed with flavor!

Step 2: Add butter and flour
Stir in butter until melted, then sprinkle flour. Stir for a minute to create a rich, flavorful roux.

Step 3: Pour in the milk
Slowly pour in milk while stirring constantly. Keep stirring until everything combines smoothly and begins to thicken.

Step 4: Season and simmer
Add salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, and cayenne. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 5: Adjust if needed
Too thick? Add a splash of milk. Too thin? Let it simmer longer until it reaches your perfect consistency.

Step 6: Serve warm
Ladle that creamy goodness over hot biscuits and dig in while it’s still cozy and warm!

Notes

  • Use half-and-half for extra richness
    Swap some milk with half-and-half for a creamier, richer gravy—tastes like a diner special without any extra work.
  • Don’t skip the cayenne—it’s magic
    A pinch adds subtle warmth, not heat. It makes people wonder what your secret is (in the best way).
  • Let the butter brown a bit
    Let the butter sizzle briefly before flour. It adds a rich, nutty flavor that totally levels up your gravy game.
  • Gluten-free swap that actually works
    King Arthur’s gluten-free flour works 1:1 like regular flour—great texture, no weird taste. Perfect if you’re skipping gluten.
  • Leftover gravy hack: make breakfast burritos
    Wrap leftover gravy with eggs and cheese in tortillas. Freeze for quick, delicious breakfasts all week long.
  • Pepper is your best friend here
    Don’t hold back on pepper—it’s what gives sausage gravy its signature kick. I always go heavier than expected.

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