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Sausage gravy

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"Indulge in Southern goodness with Sausage Gravy. Each spoonful is a journey into comforting breakfast flavors."
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 35 oz
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

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)

Method
 

Cook and Crumble Sausage:
  1. 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:
  1. 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:
  1. 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:
  1. Incorporate the seasonings and bring the sauce to a gentle boil for one minute. Reduce heat to a simmer.
  2. Gently stir, loosening any remnants from the bottom of the pan as the sauce thickens.
Adjust Seasoning and Finish:
  1. Taste and add additional salt/pepper if desired.
  2. Optional: For a silky finish, melt 2 tablespoons of cold butter at the end, using a technique known as "monter au beurre."
Serve:
  1. 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.
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