3-Ingredient Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
My grandmother used to say Sunday mornings weren’t meant for rushing—they were for taking it slow while something comforting simmered on the stove. This 3-ingredient sausage gravy with biscuits was her favorite: simple, filling, and ready before the day really began. Rooted in classic farmhouse cooking, it comes together with just a skillet, a bit of sausage, a few pantry staples, and warm biscuits that fill the kitchen with a rich, savory aroma. Before long, everyone would wander in, drawn by the smell alone.
Serve the gravy generously over warm, split biscuits so every bite is rich and satisfying. Add a fried or scrambled egg on the side for a heartier meal. Fresh fruit like berries or orange slices brings a nice balance, and a hot cup of coffee or tea rounds everything out. If you’re feeding a group, keep the gravy warm and let everyone serve themselves family-style.
3-Ingredient Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 (16 oz) can refrigerated biscuits, baked
Directions
- Bake biscuits according to package instructions and keep warm.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned, about 7–10 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage and stir well to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in 1 cup of milk, stirring and scraping the pan to combine.
- Gradually add the remaining milk, stirring continuously until smooth.
- Let the gravy simmer for 5–8 minutes, until thick and creamy. Add more milk if needed to adjust consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Split the warm biscuits and spoon the gravy over the top. Serve right away.
