Comfort food can be your partner in times of need, during a series on Netflix, or something you eat in the chilly weather.
As a Southerner, one of the heartiest dishes to try, whether you’re feeling under the weather or craving a rich breakfast, is the good ol’ creamy sausage gravy. Nothing beats the mouthwatering taste of the different flavors enriched with the simplest of ingredients and enjoyed with your favorite biscuit.
If you haven’t tried sausage gravy or cooked it the way we’re about to tell you, you’re missing out on something special.
Why Go For Sausage Gravy?
What’s so great about sausage gravy? Only that it’s made with America’s most beloved ingredients. The thing about sausage gravy is that it’s not only a Southern breakfast staple but has evolved into a go-to gravy or combined with other casual dishes.
You can have it with store-bought or homemade biscuits, but it tastes amazing when poured over a crispy chicken fillet. And the best part is that it only takes a mere 20 minutes to make.
So, the next time you’re in a bind over unexpected guests, grab those sausages and start making this delicious gravy.
How To Make Sausage Gravy?
If you’re wondering how to make sausage gravy the right way, you’ve come to the right place.
Let’s start by gathering all the ingredients.
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Three cups whole milk
- Heavy cream
- Three tablespoons butter
- One pack of maple-flavored sausage
- Red pepper flakes
Recipe:
Place a large skillet on medium heat and cook one pound of your favorite type of sausage until it turns brown. Without draining the fat, sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the cooked sausages.
Mix and then stir the whole mixture for a few minutes. Now take two tablespoons of butter and let it melt into the mixture.
Lower the heat and pour whole milk mixed with cream into the skillet. Mix all the ingredients vigorously as you pour the milk, and let it simmer after you’re done mixing.
While the gravy thickens, add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes according to taste and let the gravy sit on the heat for a minute. Taste your product and present it with your favorite side dish.
Which Side Dishes Go Well With Sausage Gravy?
Regarding side dishes, warm biscuits aren’t the only thing that tastes great with sausage gravy. You can have this rich, creamy gravy with your favorite finger foods. However, for the best experience, we recommend you try it with the following side dishes.
Scrambled Eggs and Bacon:
Besides biscuits, scrambled eggs with a side of bacon taste amazing with sausage gravy. It’s a beloved combination and enough to keep you full until lunch. The trick here is to keep the texture of your eggs as fluffy as possible for the best experience.
Alongside these, you can add crispy bacon to add that savory touch to your breakfast. That extra layer of fat and crispiness will balance the richness of the gravy and add a smoky flavor as well.
Fried Apples:
Some people might not like the idea of having an already creamy dish with more fat. Not to worry, you can have your sausage gravy with some fresh fruit but with a twist. Instead of having raw fruits, caramelized tender apple slices can add that much-needed sweet flavor to your gravy.
The combination is good enough to have it as an appetizer at a party.
Hash Browns:
Crunchy deep-fried potatoes with onions are also a breakfast staple and are enjoyed with many things. But they taste extra special when dipped in homemade sausage gravy. You can also air fry or bake hash browns if you don’t mind greasy food.
Use sweet potatoes to spruce up the flavor.
Sauteed Mushrooms:
Sauteed mushrooms taste heavenly when combined with the richness of sausage gravy and biscuits. Just melt some butter in the pan and fry the mushrooms until they become soft and change color. Add salt and other seasonings according to your taste and enjoy a well-rounded meal.
Oxo Roast Potatoes:
What’s a sausage gravy without potatoes on the side? The secret is not to have plain fries and do something different. For this side dish, parboil potatoes in a stock cube to add flavor and soften them from the inside.
Then ruffle them in a colander with your favorite seasoning, and voila!
Conclusion:
Sausage gravy stems from Southern roots and carries a certain history, but it’s still one of America’s favorite breakfast dishes.
Even though it seems it’s a simple dish, the right recipe can make a world of difference in flavor and texture.
