Sausage gravy

"Indulge in Southern goodness with Sausage Gravy. Each spoonful is a journey into comforting breakfast flavors."

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 35 oz

Ingredients

1 lb. ground sausage see note 1
1 ½ cups whole milk
1 ½ cups half and half see note 2
1/3 cup flour
½ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon ground sage
¼ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 Tablespoons cold butter (optional)

Instructions

Cook and Crumble Sausage:

In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook and crumble the sausage until there is just a small amount of pink left. Reduce heat to low and let it finish cooking, allowing for additional drippings.

Incorporate Flour:

Sprinkle flour over the sausage and stir to incorporate. Increase heat to medium and cook for 2 minutes until the flour scent dissipates.

Gradually Add Half and Half/Milk:

Gradually add half and half and milk, a little at a time. Use a silicone spatula to scrape and "clean" the bottom of the pan.

Add Seasonings and Simmer:

Incorporate the seasonings and bring the sauce to a gentle boil for one minute. Reduce heat to a simmer.
Gently stir, loosening any remnants from the bottom of the pan as the sauce thickens.

Adjust Seasoning and Finish:

Taste and add additional salt/pepper if desired.
Optional: For a silky finish, melt 2 tablespoons of cold butter at the end, using a technique known as "monter au beurre."

Serve:

Once your desired thickness is achieved, remove from heat and serve this rich and flavorful sausage cream gravy.

Notes

Sausage Selection: Choose your preferred sausage, whether pork or a flavorful alternative, to tailor the dish to your taste.
Consistency Control: Adjust the gravy's consistency by adding more milk if a thinner texture is desired, or simmering longer for a thicker result.
Seasoning Enhancement: Elevate the flavor profile with additional seasonings like black pepper, a pinch of cayenne, or a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.

Keyword Gravy, Sausage