Homemade Biscuits and Gravy
A classic comfort food featuring soft, flaky biscuits smothered in rich, creamy sausage gravy.
Ingredients
For the Biscuits
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
For the Sausage Gravy
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
- 2 cups milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the buttermilk and stir until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, knead gently, and roll out to about 1 inch thick. Cut into biscuit shapes.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Cooking the Gravy
- In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove and drain excess fat.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk, cooking until thickened, and season with salt and pepper.
Serving
- Serve the sausage gravy over the warm biscuits.
Notes
For best results, use cold ingredients for flaky biscuits. Customize gravy seasoning to taste.