Classic Southern Comfort: Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

There’s nothing quite like starting your day with a warm plate of Biscuits and Sausage Gravy. This classic Southern dish combines fluffy, gluten-free biscuits with a rich, savory sausage gravy. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a comforting meal anytime, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Let’s dive into the details!

Ingredients

Gravy:

• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• Dash of cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup water

Biscuits:

• 2 1/4 cups Gluten-Free 1:1 flour
• 8 tbsp cold butter, plus 1 tbsp for baking dish
• 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 cup oat milk (for dairy-free option)
• 2 tsp vinegar

Directions

Gravy:

1. Heat the Skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat.
2. Cook the Sausage: Add the sausage, breaking it up as it cooks, until fully browned.
3. Sauté the Onion: Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
4. Add Seasonings: Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
5. Simmer the Gravy: Pour in the water and heavy cream, then let it simmer until the gravy thickens, about 5-8 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Biscuits:

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 450°F.
2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Brush a cast iron skillet or a 7×10 baking dish with melted dairy-free butter.
3. Make the Buttermilk: Whisk the oat milk and vinegar together to create a “buttermilk” mixture and keep it cold.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, kosher salt, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder.
5. Incorporate the Butter: Grate the cold butter into the dry ingredients, then mix in the cold buttermilk mixture until just combined.
6. Form the Biscuits: Roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick, then cut out biscuits using a 3-inch biscuit cutter.
7. Bake: Place the biscuits in the prepared dish and bake for 17-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serving

Serve the hot biscuits topped with a generous ladle of sausage gravy. This dish is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

Quick Facts:

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Calories: 890 kcal per serving
• Servings: 4

Tips for the Best Biscuits and Gravy

• Keep Ingredients Cold: For the flakiest biscuits, make sure your butter and buttermilk mixture are very cold before combining with the dry ingredients.
• Don’t Overwork the Dough: Mix the dough until just combined to avoid tough biscuits.
• Season to Taste: Taste the gravy before serving and adjust the seasoning to your preference.

Enjoy this comforting Southern classic with your family and friends. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, Biscuits and Sausage Gravy is sure to bring warmth and satisfaction to your table. Happy cooking!

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