Country Gravy
Sometimes, comfort comes in the form of a warm biscuit smothered in creamy, herby sausage gravy. This country gravy is one of those simple, satisfying recipes that’s been made a hundred times in my kitchen — usually with a line of kids and adults alike waiting for their helping, and the dog staring at me like she’s next in line for a plate.
This isn’t the kind of gravy that sits quietly in the background. It’s rich. Savory. And full of cozy, old-school flavor that tastes like a slower morning than you probably had. We pour it over biscuits (obviously), but it’s also been spooned over roasted potatoes, scrambled eggs, or eaten straight with a fork more times than I should admit.
✨ Why I Love It:
Because it’s fast. Because it’s filling. Because it tastes like a lazy Saturday even when it’s a frantic Tuesday morning. This recipe reminds me that good food doesn’t have to be fancy — it just has to hit the spot. And this one always does.
I love how the herbs add just enough personality without overpowering that classic sausage gravy flavor. And that splash of cream at the end? Game changer. It gives it that dreamy, silky finish that makes you want to go back for “just one more spoonful.”
Category: Everyday Meals, Comfort Food, Dinners
Tags: Family Favorite, Freezer-Friendly, Weeknight Staple
📝 Ingredients:
1 lb ground pork sausage (I like using the kind with a little sage in it already — but mild or spicy works!)
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk (anything but skim — 2% or whole milk is best)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried leaf thyme
½ teaspoon ground or rubbed sage
¼ teaspoon ground savory (optional but so worth it if you have it)
¼ cup heavy cream (don’t skip this — it brings the cozy)
🍳 Directions:
Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. You want it nice and browned, with lots of little crispy bits. Don’t drain the grease — that’s your flavor base.
Sprinkle the flour and all the seasonings (pepper, garlic powder, thyme, sage, and savory) directly over the sausage. Stir well to coat the sausage in the seasoned flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a flavorful roux.
Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Keep stirring until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the gravy reaches your desired consistency — about 4–6 minutes. Then stir in the cream and give it a final taste. Adjust seasoning if needed.
👩🍳 Katie’s Tips:
This makes enough to generously cover a pan of biscuits.
Leftovers reheat well on the stove with a splash of milk.
If you really want to impress someone, make this with homemade biscuits. It’s a love language.
🩷 From My Kitchen to Yours:
I hope this gravy finds its way into your weekend routine, or your breakfast-for-dinner nights, or even just a cozy solo moment with a biscuit and a little peace. It’s not perfect food — it’s real food. The kind that makes you pause for a second and smile, even if there are crumbs all over the counter and laundry beeping in the background.
However you serve it, I hope it brings a little warmth, a little flavor, and a little joy to your table.
Country Gravy
Rich, savory, and cozy — the kind of breakfast comfort you’ll want on repeat.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (not skim)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried leaf thyme
- ½ tsp ground or rubbed sage
- ¼ tsp ground savory (optional)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Brown sausage in a skillet. Do not drain.
- Sprinkle in flour + seasonings. Stir and cook 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in milk. Stir until thickened (4–6 min).
- Stir in cream. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Yields: 4–6 servings
Category: Breakfast, Comfort Food, Brunch