Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy

Certainly! The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, is known for her comforting, home-style cooking, and her sausage gravy is no exception. It’s a rich, creamy gravy that’s perfect over warm biscuits for a hearty breakfast or brunch. Here’s how you can make it:

Ingredients:
1 pound breakfast sausage (your choice of mild or spicy)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 to 4 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (more to taste)
Biscuits, for serving (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions:
Cook the Sausage:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, break up the sausage into small pieces as it cooks. Stir and cook until no longer pink and nicely browned. You’ll want to use a skillet that’s large enough to hold the gravy later.
Make the Roux:
Sprinkle the cooked sausage with the all-purpose flour. Stir so that the sausage pieces are coated with the flour. Cook for another minute, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste.

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Add the Milk:
Gradually pour in 3 cups of whole milk, stirring constantly. The mixture will start to thicken as it comes to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium.
Season the Gravy:
Add the seasoned salt and black pepper. Stir well and taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed. If the gravy is too thick for your liking, you can add a little more milk until you reach your desired consistency. Remember, the gravy will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve:
Once the gravy is thick and creamy, remove it from the heat. Serve hot over freshly baked biscuits. This gravy is best enjoyed immediately while it’s warm and velvety.
Tips:
For the Sausage: You can use any type of breakfast sausage you like. If you prefer a spicier gravy, go for a hot or spicy sausage.
Milk Temperature: Adding cold milk to the hot pan can cause the gravy to clump. To avoid this, you can let the milk sit out for a bit to take the chill off or warm it slightly before adding it to the pan.
Consistency: The key to a perfect gravy is its consistency, which you can adjust by adding more milk if it’s too thick or cooking it longer if it’s too thin.
Serving Suggestion: While biscuits are the traditional pairing, this sausage gravy is also delicious over fried chicken, mashed potatoes, or even as a base for a savory breakfast bowl.
Enjoy your homemade Pioneer Woman sausage gravy, a comforting and satisfying dish that’s sure to please any crowd!