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Classic Southern Biscuits and Gravy

A golden-brown biscuit generously topped with creamy sausage gravy, a classic comfort food.
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A foolproof recipe for flaky biscuits and creamy sausage gravy, perfect for a hearty Southern breakfast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
  • 3/4 cup cold buttermilk
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gradually add the buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Fold the dough in half, then pat it down again. Repeat this 2-3 more times to create flaky layers.
  6. Cut out biscuits using a 2-inch round cutter. Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  8. While the biscuits bake, cook the breakfast sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain off most of the grease, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the skillet.
  9. Sprinkle the 1/4 cup of flour over the sausage and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  10. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens.
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Serve the hot gravy over the freshly baked biscuits.

Notes

  • For extra flaky biscuits, ensure your butter and buttermilk are very cold.
  • If your gravy becomes too thick, thin it with a little more milk.
  • You can make the biscuit dough ahead of time and freeze unbaked biscuits for later.
  • For a lighter version, use turkey sausage and lower-fat milk.

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