Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy Recipe is pure comfort food. It is rich, creamy, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes optional
Instructions
Cook the Sausage
- Place a large skillet on medium heat. Add the sausage. Break it into small pieces with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully done. This takes about 8–10 minutes. Do not drain the fat. It adds flavor.
Add the Flour
- Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage. Stir well to coat all pieces. Let it cook for 1–2 minutes. This step removes the raw flour taste. Keep stirring to avoid burning.
Pour in the Milk
- Slowly pour warm milk into the skillet. Stir constantly while pouring. This helps avoid lumps. The mixture will look thin at first. Keep stirring as it thickens.
Simmer the Gravy
- Reduce heat to low. Let the gravy simmer gently. Stir often so it does not stick. After 5–7 minutes, it will become thick and creamy. Adjust thickness by adding more milk if needed.
Season the Gravy
- Add salt, black pepper, and optional spices. Taste the gravy. Adjust seasoning as you like. Pepper is important for that classic flavor.
Serve Hot
- Turn off the heat. Let it sit for one minute. Serve the gravy hot over fresh biscuits. Enjoy every bite while warm and creamy.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage for a bold flavor twist
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for warmth
- Use half-and-half for extra creamy gravy
- Stir constantly to prevent lumps
- Add cooked mushrooms for a different taste
- Make it lighter with low-fat milk
- Serve with toast, not just biscuits