Homemade Biscuits And Gravy Recipe
Are you wondering how to make a delicious, homemade batch of biscuits and gravy? With some simple ingredients and a few steps, you can have a hearty, delicious breakfast in no time! This Southern-style recipe will have you and your family satisfied in no time.
Ingredients
For the biscuits, you will need 2 cups of self-rising flour, ¼ cup of vegetable shortening, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 cup of cold milk. For the gravy, you will need 1 pound of breakfast sausage, 2 tablespoons of butter, 5 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 2 cups of whole milk.
Making the Biscuits
To begin, preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together your self-rising flour, sugar, and vegetable shortening. Use a fork or a pastry cutter to cut the shortening into the flour until it resembles a coarse meal. Make a well in the center of your flour mixture and add the cold milk. Stir everything together using a wooden spoon until it forms a soft dough.
Once you have your dough, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead it gently a few times and then roll it out until it is ¾ inch thick. Use a biscuit cutter or a round glass to cut out your biscuits and then place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake the biscuits for 12 to 14 minutes until they are golden brown.
Making the Gravy
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook your breakfast sausage until it is browned and crumbly. Once cooked through, remove the sausage from the skillet with a slotted spoon and transfer it to a plate.
Add the butter to the same skillet and let it melt. Once melted, add the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir everything together and let it cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Then, slowly add the milk and whisk everything together until it is smooth.
Let the gravy cook for 5 to 8 minutes until it begins to thicken. Then, add the cooked sausage back in and stir everything together. Let the gravy cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until it is thick and creamy.
Serving the Biscuits and Gravy
Once your gravy is finished, it is time to serve. Place the biscuits on a plate and pour the gravy over the top. Serve the biscuits and gravy with a side of scrambled eggs or bacon for a complete breakfast meal.
Storing the Leftovers
If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The biscuits and gravy will keep for up to three days. When you are ready to reheat them, place the biscuits and gravy on a plate and microwave for 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
Conclusion
Making homemade biscuits and gravy is easy with this simple recipe. You can have a delicious, Southern-style breakfast in no time. Serve your biscuits and gravy with a side of eggs or bacon for a complete meal that is sure to satisfy your whole family. Enjoy!