Nana's Sausage Gravy Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible comfort of Nana's Sausage Gravy! This easy recipe delivers a hearty, flavorful gravy in just minutes. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or brunch, it's easily customizable to your taste – reduce the sausage for a lighter gravy, or add more milk for a thinner consistency. Serve over fluffy biscuits, crispy toast, or your favorite breakfast potatoes for a truly satisfying meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 743.7 kcal
Protein 75g
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Ingredients for Nana's Sausage Gravy

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How to Make Nana's Sausage Gravy

  1. Cook 1 pound of sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon until browned.
  2. Remove the cooked sausage from the skillet, reserving all the drippings in the pan.
  3. Whisk together 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and the reserved sausage drippings in the skillet until smooth.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of skim milk until the gravy is smooth and thickened.
  5. Season generously with 1 teaspoon garlic salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon dried sage.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more garlic salt, pepper, or sage to your preference.
  7. For a thinner gravy, add additional skim milk, 3 tablespoons at a time, whisking constantly until you reach your desired consistency.
  8. Serve immediately over warm biscuits or toast. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

62 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

100g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Nana's Sausage Gravy?

Nana's Sausage Gravy takes about 17 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Nana's Sausage Gravy?

Nana's Sausage Gravy has approximately 743.7 calories per serving, with about 75 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 93 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Nana's Sausage Gravy?

The key ingredients for Nana's Sausage Gravy are Ground Sausage, Skim Milk, White Flour, Garlic Salt, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Dried Sage. See the full list with measurements above.

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