Pioneer Woman Sausage Gravy

Ree Drummond has become one of my favorite cooks to watch. Like the majority of us, she is just a common person that tries to make meals that are not only tasty but also budget-friendly. Growing up, sausage gravy was a weekend treat in our household!

My mom did not make it too often as my dad was not a fan of gravy. Odd, I know! However, she would make this at least a couple of times a month for us kids. Now, I’ve recreated this easy Pioneer Woman sausage gravy for beginners recipe and I must share it with you. It’s hearty, savory, and definitely filling. Whether you serve it on its own or with some homemade biscuits, this recipe is a winner year-round. So, if you’re searching for the best Pioneer woman sausage gravy recipe, read on!

Sausage gravy does not have to be just for biscuits! This wonderful gravy and meat can be served with potatoes or rice! That was one way my mom snuck this delicious meal for us. She made it into a rice casserole. She said in this way, there were heaps of gravy and my dad would hardly notice.

This simple Pioneer Woman sausage gravy meal is somewhat customizable. You can use a variety of flavored sausage that will change it up completely.

Plus, it’s hearty and filling, perfect for keeping you fueled up until lunchtime.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• For beginners: Besides being a very simple recipe with very few ingredients, it is easy to make, everyone loves it  and it is hearty and filling. This will keep you warm all morning or comfort you at the end of the day.
• It’s versatile and can be served with biscuits or in a casserole of your choosing.
• You can make a healthy Pioneer Woman sausage gravy version by using reduced-fat ground sausage or, in some cases, ground turkey (depending on how much gravy you’re trying to produce).
• Pantry ingredients — you likely have the ingredients you need for this family friendly Pioneer Woman sausage gravy right at home in your fridge and pantry.

Try out my biscuit gravy casserole for another easy dinner or breakfast idea.

Ingredients That You’ll Need:

• Mild ground breakfast sausage
• Garlic powder
• All-purpose flour
• Whole milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Biscuits

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Mild ground sausage: This quick Pioneer Woman sausage gravy recipe calls for mild ground sausage for a classic country gravy taste. However, you can swap the mild ground sausage for bacon or even spicy ground sausage for different flavors. Keep in mind, if you swap the ground sausage for bacon, it’s best to use fresh bacon so you can collect the pan drippings for the gravy mixture itself!

Garlic powder: Garlic powder is not required to make a delicious country gravy. However, if you’re a garlic lover like myself, adding a bit of garlic powder can go a long way in this recipe. You can also chop and fry freshly minced garlic if you’re interested in additional homemade Pioneer Woman sausage gravy ideas.

All-purpose flour: This is always a standard ingredient when making homemade gravy. Unfortunately, almond flour and coconut flour do not always work as well but can be tried if you’re gluten-intolerant.

Whole milk: I always recommend whole milk when making country gravy. If you do not have whole milk available, you can swap it for half-and-half or in some cases, even heavy whipping cream. Keep in mind that heavy whipping cream has more calories and fat than traditionally used whole milk.

How to Make It

Step 1. Brown the meat completely in a skillet over medium-high heat on the stove. Browning the sausage meat is always a must when it comes time to make a homemade gravy. This adds plenty of flavor to the gravy once the mixture is combined.

Step 2. Add the flour to the skillet and stir to combine well. Lower the heat to medium.

Step 3. Mix in salt and pepper to taste as well as the garlic powder. Stir to combine.

Step 4. Whisk in the whole milk and continue to cook until the gravy has thickened. Do not stop stirring during this step. Stirring constantly is necessary to cook the mixture as you go. You can also whisk in more milk to thin out the mixture. If you find the mixture too thin, however, you can also add small amounts of flour to help thicken it up.

Step 5. Serve over biscuits. Enjoy!

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Tips for Success

Sausage gravy can be made in advance by cooling it once it’s cooked and placing it in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 days!

Storage & Reheating

Once cooled, the sausage gravy can be placed into an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 or 4 days.

Sausage gravy can be stored in the freezer for 2 to 3 months. Be sure to cool it completely before placing it in a freezer-safe container.

To reheat, place the sausage gravy into a saucepan and slowly heat it over medium heat on the stovetop. You can also heat it in the microwave until it reaches the desired heat, typically 1 to 3 minutes, per serving.

Serving Suggestions

A side of scrambled eggs and a slice of bacon or sausage links can also make a nice addition to the breakfast or brunch spread. If you’re feeling extra creative in the kitchen or if you’re preparing this biscuit gravy for a special occasion, consider serving the gravy alongside a breakfast casserole. For unique biscuits, try our cheesy quick biscuits, 7 UP biscuits, or even our KFC biscuits! Yum!

FAQs

What is the difference between white gravy and country gravy?

White gravy is a simple mix of a roux made of flour and fat. Then, milk is stirred in until the desired consistency is reached. Country gravy is made from the milk and pan drippings from the meat and then thickened. Some people add in fresh ground black pepper. Either way, both gravies are used for sausage and biscuits.

Notes

You can use either ground sausage or bacon for drippings if you’re going for a country gravy mix. Keep in mind that both produce different-tasting results.

More sausage recipes?

Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta – The rich, decadent flavors of cajun shrimp pasta with sausage fill the kitchen. It’s an aroma that draws you in and makes your mouth water.

Sausage and Hashbrown Balls – They are a good appetizer that is perfect for on the go.

Cream Cheese Sausage Balls – If you’re looking for a quick and easy appetizer recipe, look no further than these cream cheese sausage balls.