Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy Recipe
This classic Sausage Gravy recipe, inspired by The Pioneer Woman, is rich, creamy, and full of flavor. It’s perfect to serve over warm, fluffy biscuits for a comforting Southern breakfast or brunch. The recipe is simple, but the creamy, savory sauce with crumbled sausage is hard to beat.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk (you can also use half-and-half for a creamier gravy)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook the Sausage:
- In a large skillet, crumble and cook the sausage over medium heat. Stir occasionally to break the sausage into smaller pieces as it browns. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the sausage is fully cooked and browned.
- If the sausage has released a lot of grease, you can drain some of it off, but leave about 1-2 tablespoons in the pan for flavor.
2. Make the Roux:
- Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir to combine. This creates a roux, which will help thicken the gravy.
- Continue cooking the sausage and flour mixture for about 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Stir constantly to prevent burning.
3. Add the Milk:
- Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. Stir frequently.
- If the gravy gets too thick, you can add a little more milk to reach the consistency you prefer.
4. Season the Gravy:
- Taste and season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste. You can also add crushed red pepper flakes and garlic powder for extra flavor, if desired.
- Let the gravy cook for a few more minutes to ensure everything is well combined and heated through.
5. Serve:
- Once the gravy has thickened and is perfectly seasoned, remove it from the heat.
- Pour the sausage gravy over freshly baked biscuits and garnish with a little chopped fresh parsley for color, if desired.
Tips:
- Adjust Consistency: If the gravy becomes too thick after sitting, just add a little more milk to loosen it up and give it a good stir.
- For Extra Flavor: Add a bit of onion powder, hot sauce, or even a dash of Worcestershire sauce for added depth of flavor.
- Make It Spicy: If you want a spicy kick, use spicy sausage or add a dash of cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- Make-Ahead: You can make the sausage gravy ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just reheat over low heat, adding a little extra milk if needed to get the right consistency.
This Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy is the perfect topping for fluffy biscuits, but it’s also great over toast, hash browns, or even fried chicken! It’s a comforting dish that will become a breakfast favorite in your home. Enjoy!
