Southern-Style Sausage Gravy
This authentic Southern-style sausage gravy is a comforting and hearty dish passed down through generations. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy dinner, it pairs perfectly with hot biscuits or toasted bread, accompanied by home fries and fresh tomato slices. Browning the sausage enhances the flavors, providing a robust and satisfying meal that always receives rave reviews.
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Servings
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Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
hamburger or breakfast sausage
1 lb (browned)
flour
1/4 cup (sprinkled)
salt & pepper
to taste (seasoned)
milk
3 to 3 1/2 cups (slowly added)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the sausage (or hamburger). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2
Cook the meat thoroughly, browning it well for the best flavor. If using hamburger, and there's excess fat, you may choose to drain some.
3
Sprinkle the flour evenly over the browned meat. Stir continuously until the flour is fully absorbed and becomes a rich brown color, ensuring there are no lumps.
4
Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly to incorporate it evenly. Adjust the milk quantity based on your preferred gravy thickness.
5
Continue to stir until the gravy reaches a smooth consistency and thickens to your liking.
6
Serve hot over freshly baked biscuits or toast. Accompany with home fries and slices of fresh tomatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern-Style Sausage Gravy?
It is a comforting and hearty dish passed down through generations, often served for breakfast or a cozy dinner.
What meat can I use for this gravy recipe?
You can use either 1 lb of breakfast sausage or 1 lb of hamburger.
How much meat is required?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of meat.
How should I season the meat while cooking?
Season the meat with salt and pepper to taste while browning it in the skillet.
What temperature should I use to cook the meat?
Use a large skillet over medium-high heat to brown the meat.
Should I drain the fat from the meat?
If you are using hamburger and there is excess fat, you may choose to drain some after browning.
When do I add the flour?
Sprinkle the flour evenly over the browned meat once it is thoroughly cooked.
How much flour is used in this recipe?
You will need 1/4 cup of flour.
How do I prevent lumps in the gravy?
Stir continuously as the flour is absorbed by the meat and while gradually adding the milk.
How long should I cook the flour and meat mixture?
Stir until the flour is fully absorbed and the mixture becomes a rich brown color.
How much milk should I add?
The recipe suggests using between 3 to 3 1/2 cups of milk.
How should the milk be added to the skillet?
Pour in the milk gradually while stirring constantly to ensure even incorporation.
Can I adjust the thickness of the gravy?
Yes, you can adjust the quantity of milk based on your preferred gravy thickness.
What is the final step in cooking the gravy?
Continue to stir until the gravy reaches a smooth consistency and thickens to your liking.
How should the gravy be served?
Serve the gravy hot over freshly baked biscuits or toasted bread.
What side dishes go well with sausage gravy?
It pairs perfectly with home fries and slices of fresh tomatoes.
Can I use hamburger instead of breakfast sausage?
Yes, hamburger is a valid substitute for sausage in this recipe.
Why should I brown the sausage well?
Browning the sausage enhances the flavor and provides a more robust meal.
Is this a quick meal to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy meal and a one-dish meal.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as comfort food and a breakfast dish.
How many ingredients are in this gravy?
There are 4 main ingredients: meat, flour, salt & pepper, and milk.
What kind of toast should I use?
Any toasted bread works well as an alternative to biscuits.
What makes this 'Southern-Style'?
Its reliance on a meat-fat roux and milk base, served over biscuits, is a traditional staple of southern cooking.
Can I make this for dinner?
Yes, the recipe describes it as perfect for a cozy dinner as well as breakfast.
Is salt and pepper necessary?
Yes, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste is important for the flavor of the gravy.
What if my gravy is too thick?
You can add a little more milk and stir until it reaches your desired consistency.
What if my gravy is too thin?
Continue to stir and cook the mixture over heat until it thickens further.
Does the recipe require pre-cooking the meat?
The meat is browned directly in the skillet as the first step of the recipe.
What type of milk is best?
The recipe specifies milk generally; whole milk usually provides a creamier texture for southern gravy.
Is this a traditional family recipe?
Yes, it is described as an authentic dish passed down through generations.