Description
Southern Biscuits Gravy Casserole combines classic breakfast comfort in one hearty pan. Layers of flaky biscuits and rich sausage gravy create a satisfying meal that brings your family straight to the breakfast table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 1 can biscuit dough
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Seasonings:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fire up your oven to a steady 350°F and grab a 9×13-inch baking dish. Coat the dish generously with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Crumble 1 pound of breakfast sausage into a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, breaking the meat into small chunks until it’s completely browned and no pink remains.
- Sprinkle ¼ cup of all-purpose flour over the cooked sausage. Stir constantly for exactly 60 seconds to create a roux that will thicken your gravy.
- Pour 2 cups of milk into the skillet slowly, whisking continuously. Simmer the mixture for 3-4 minutes until the gravy reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
- Season the gravy with salt and pepper to your taste. Stir well to distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Open the can of biscuit dough and slice each biscuit into four equal quarters. Arrange these pieces in a single layer across the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
- Pour the entire sausage gravy mixture evenly over the biscuit pieces, ensuring every bit of dough gets covered.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese across the top of the casserole, creating a delicious cheesy layer.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The top should turn golden brown and the edges should be bubbling when it’s perfectly done.
Notes
- Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor in your gravy.
- For a lighter version, swap whole milk for low-fat milk and use turkey sausage instead of pork.
- Chop the biscuits into smaller pieces to help them absorb more gravy and create a more cohesive casserole.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking so the gravy sets and becomes easier to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg