Description
This Gluten-Free Sausage Gravy is a hearty, classic breakfast recipe made with savory pork sausage and a smooth, creamy gluten-free roux. Perfect for serving over warm gluten-free biscuits, this comforting dish is easy to prepare, full of rich flavors, and ideal for those following a gluten-free diet.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Roux
- 1 pound pork breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup gluten-free measure-for-measure flour
- 1 Tablespoon cold butter
Liquids and Seasonings
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2-1 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: fresh chives or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the pork breakfast sausage, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Continue cooking until the sausage is browned and fully cooked through. Do not drain the sausage drippings, as these will be used to make the roux.
- Add the Flour: Reduce the heat to medium. Sprinkle the cooked sausage with gluten-free flour and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to toast the flour. Cook until the mixture turns golden brown, similar to the color of peanut butter.
- Whisk in Milk: Gradually whisk in the whole milk, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens. If the gravy becomes too thick, add more milk one tablespoon at a time to reach your desired consistency.
- Season and Finish: Season the gravy generously with black pepper and salt to taste. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the cold butter until melted and incorporated. If desired, garnish with fresh chives or parsley.
- Serve and Store: Serve the warm gravy over gluten-free biscuits or your favorite gluten-free bread. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of milk. Note that sausage gravy does not freeze well.
Notes
- Use a gluten-free measure-for-measure flour for best thickening and authentic gravy texture.
- Do not drain the sausage drippings; they add essential flavor and fat for the roux.
- Adjust the milk quantity to achieve your preferred gravy thickness.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley for added color and freshness.
- Sausage gravy is best served fresh and does not freeze well.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator and reheat gently with additional milk to maintain smooth texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
