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Buttermilk Biscuits with Sausage Gravy

Buttermilk Biscuits with Sausage Gravy

A comforting Southern breakfast of tender biscuits topped with rich, peppery sausage gravy, perfect for a relaxed weekend meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Plus more for dusting
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt Adjust as per taste
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Cold, cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup buttermilk Cold
For the Sausage Gravy
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage Choose a preferred flavor
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk Adjust consistency as needed
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper To taste
  • 1/2 tsp salt To taste

Method
 

Making the Biscuits
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the buttermilk until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently until it forms a cohesive dough.
  6. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick circle and cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter.
  7. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Making the Sausage Gravy
  1. In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it up until browned.
  2. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
  3. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve the biscuits warm topped generously with sausage gravy.

Notes

For best results, use cold ingredients for the biscuits. If using store-bought biscuits, adjust baking time as necessary.