Mamaw's Good Ol Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

Start your morning with pure Southern comfort by whipping up "Mamaw's Good Ol Biscuits and Sausage Gravy." This classic recipe features buttery, flaky homemade biscuits paired with rich, creamy sausage gravy that’s seasoned to perfection. The biscuits are made using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cold butter, and whole milk, while the hearty gravy gets its flavorful base from browned breakfast sausage and a touch of black pepper. With just 45 minutes from prep to table, this belly-warming dish is perfect for weekend brunch or a nostalgic breakfast-for-dinner option. Serve these golden biscuits smothered in luscious gravy for a meal that feels like a warm hug from Mamaw herself.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
• 2.5 cups whole milk (for gravy)
• 0 to taste salt (to taste for gravy)
• 0 to taste black pepper (to taste for gravy)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.

Step 3

Cut in 0.5 cup of cold unsalted butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Pour in 0.75 cup of whole milk gradually, stirring gently with a spoon until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, gently patting it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Fold the dough over on itself 2-3 times to create layers, then pat again into a 1-inch thick rectangle.

Step 6

Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the edges are touching for maximum rise.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. While biscuits bake, start the gravy.

Step 8

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 pound of ground breakfast sausage, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Cook until well browned.

Step 9

Sprinkle 0.25 cup of all-purpose flour evenly over the sausage and stir to coat. Let the flour cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw taste.

Step 10

Gradually add 2.5 cups of whole milk to the skillet, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 11

Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 12

Serve the biscuits warm, split in half, and generously ladle the sausage gravy on top. Enjoy your comforting Southern breakfast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1655.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3933.4

Total Fat 267.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 658.6mg	0%
Sodium 6981.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 39.5g
Protein 111.0g	0%

Vitamin D 390.5IU	0%
Calcium 1147.6mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 2618.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.8%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 26.8%