MOM'S SOUTHERN SAUSAGE GRAVY
My Mom, a native Minnesotan, learned how to make this while we lived in Nashville over three decades ago. The recipe has been passed down through the generations and now the grandchildren must have it too, and according to them, "nobody makes it quite like gramma does!"
Provided by Rene Stevens
Categories Breakfast Casseroles
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
- 2. Mix bacon drippings into the sausage drippings. Reduce heat to medium, combine with flour, and stir constantly until mixture just turns golden brown.
- 3. Gradually whisk milk into skillet. When the mixture is smooth, thickened, and begins to bubble, return the sausage to skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat, and simmer for about 15 minutes. May need to thin with additional milk to reach desired consistency.
- 4. *Notes: We have tried this with a number of different sausages and the general consensus among the family is that unless you can get fresh country coarse-ground sausage, the best sausage for this recipe is Jimmy Dean, and while we prefer the hot variety, those with more timid palates may prefer mild. Also, and this is critical, if you truly want authentic Southern sausage gravy, please don't use butter, oil or margarine for this recipe. Bacon drippings are a MUST, and if you don't save your drippings or are out, just fry up 4 or 5 slices of bacon, and crumble the bacon right into the gravy. Really, don't skip the bacon drippings folks!
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[email protected]This gravy is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the way the sage and thyme add flavor to the gravy. I will definitely be making this again.
Junior sultan
[email protected]I've been making this gravy for years and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love serving it over biscuits or grits.
Afifa Mukansanga
[email protected]This gravy is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the way the sage and thyme add flavor to the gravy. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of sausage gravy, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! This gravy is amazing. It's so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Brittany Peterson
[email protected]This is the best sausage gravy I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the sage. It really takes this gravy to the next level.
Brian Nyangu
[email protected]I made this gravy for the first time this morning and it was a hit! My family loved it. The gravy is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Shawez Rajper
[email protected]This gravy is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the way the sage and thyme add flavor to the gravy. I will definitely be making this again.
Danie Scheepers
[email protected]I've been making this gravy for years and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love serving it over biscuits or grits.
Yerithza Castro
[email protected]This gravy is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the way the sage and thyme add flavor to the gravy. I will definitely be making this again.
Elizabeth Ray
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of sausage gravy, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! This gravy is amazing. It's so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ghulam Jeelani
[email protected]This is the best sausage gravy I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the sage. It really takes this gravy to the next level.
Nathan Kanchela
[email protected]I made this gravy for the first time this morning and it was a hit! My family loved it. The gravy is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Motalab Poramanik
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The gravy is so creamy and flavorful, and the sausage is cooked to perfection. I love serving this over biscuits or grits.