Sausage gravy is an all-time family favorite.
In this easy recipe, sausage is browned and then simmered in a creamy white gravy—the ultimate comfort food.
This is the best gravy for spooning over buttermilk biscuits, fries, and more.
We LOVE Sausage Gravy Because…
- It’s super easy to make with just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep.
- Sausage gravy is rich and savory with lots of flavor.
- It needs just one pan, so cleanup is easy!
Ingredients for Sausage Gravy
- Sausage: I use breakfast sausage because it has lots of flavor. I prefer pork sausage, but turkey sausage (or any variety you love) also works. If using sausage links, remove the casings.
- Butter: In addition to the sausage drippings, use salted butter or replace it with bacon fat if you have it.
- Flour: All-purpose flour thickens the gravy (this is a roux).
- Seasoning: I prefer to keep sausage gravy simple and season with salt and pepper. You can add a pinch of sage or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
How to Make Sausage Gravy
- Brown the sausage in a large skillet (recipe below).
- Add butter or bacon grease to the cooked sausage. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in milk slowly until thickened. Season with salt and black pepper.
This homemade sausage gravy recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Spoon it over biscuits or fried chicken, or serve it with waffles or eggs.
Serving Suggestions
Sausage gravy is the perfect pairing with biscuits and more.
Easy Home Fries
Fluffy Scrambled Eggs
Did you enjoy this Sauage Gravy Recipe? Be sure to leave a comment and rating below.
The Best Sausage Gravy Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 tablespoon salted butter or bacon fat
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ⅓ cups whole milk
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until no pink remains. Do not drain the fat.
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Add the butter or bacon fat and stir until melted. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes more.
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Add milk a little bit at a time, stirring after each addition.
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Bring to a boil while stirring, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until thickened and bubbly.
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Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Dip, Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine American
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Can’t really give a taste comment. I tried several recipes for sausage gravy, but can’t find one that tastes all that great. Love Bob Evans flavor and have tried several “copy cat” recipes—-no flavor. Any suggestions. I’d be happy to try yours, but I want one worth going to the effort.
I haven’t tried the bob evans sausage gravy so I can’t say for sure how ours compares. But I enjoy the flavors and make it often!
I’ve never tried Bob evans. But it could be whatever type of sausage they’re using instead of extra spices. IE maple flavored or spicy sausage. That will tremendously change the fate.
I just have a quick question, can I make the sausage gravy today and then the buttermilk biscuit tomorrow morning?
Thank you for all your recipes I love them
Kim
You can, this sausage gravy reheats well. So glad you are enjoying our recipe, Kim!
Thanks again. They came out perfect!
Bacon grease makes this the best. Very easy recipe.
Bacon grease makes it the best. Easy recipe
Can I use almond milk or evaporated milk?
I have never tried this recipe with almond milk or evaporated milk but think they would work. I would love to hear how it turns out!
I have a question regarding your servings. How much of the sausage gravy is considered one serving?
A serving is about ¾ to 1 cup of sausage gravy.
Everything is delicious! I can’t wait to start cooking again.
You hit it out the ball park once again. My family and I really enjoyed this recipe. This is definitely a keeper.
Thank you so much, Elene! Glad you enjoyed it.
I actually use Original Everglades Seasoning rather than salt and pepper and it’s perfection. I add extra pepper sometimes for an additional kick.
I need 36 servings so you have 12 servings so I multiply 3 times but how do I figure for flour 0.75 x 3
Thanks
0.75 is ¾ cup, if you multiply by 3 it will be 2 ¼ cup.
That’s 2.25 c, if you multiply .75 x 3
Thank you!
Had to adjust the recipe since I only have 2/3 lbs sausage left but I put bacon grease and 1 tbsp butter. Added cayenne pepper for a southern touch. Amazing
Sounds yummy, thanks for sharing!
This gravy is really good. My family loved it so it is a keeper
Thank you
I make sausage gravy all the time. I read your recipe and I really don’t understand why you would need butter, or bacon grease. The sausage produces a sufficient amount.
We add the butter or bacon grease to create enough liquid to mix the flour into and thicken the gravy. If you find your sausage produced enough you can leave it out if you prefer.
Love this sausage gravy recipe. So easy and delicious!