Homemade Sausage Gravy (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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1 pound bulk pork sausage
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2 tablespoons butter
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⅓ cup all-purpose flour
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3 to 3 ½ cups milk
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¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
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1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
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½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
# How to Make It:
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Set a large skillet (cast iron recommended) over medium heat. Add the sausage and break it into smaller pieces while stirring with a wooden spatula. Cook until brown and fully done, about 8 to 10 minutes.
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Add butter to the skillet and stir until completely melted.
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Sprinkle flour, granulated garlic, and black pepper over the sausage. Stir until well coated and all grease is absorbed. Continue stirring and cook the flour mixture for about 2 minutes.
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While stirring constantly, slowly pour in 3 cups of milk. Continue to stir and simmer until gravy thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add salt if needed. If gravy becomes too thick, incorporate the remaining 1/2 cup of milk.
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Serve hot gravy over freshly baked biscuits.
# Handy Tips:
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Ensure your sausage is well-seasoned. If using plain sausage, you may need to add additional salt, pepper, and a pinch of sage.
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Do not drain the sausage drippings as they contain essential flavor compounds and are needed for proper gravy formation.
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This southern comfort dish is best kept simple with minimal additional ingredients to maintain its authentic flavor profile.