Description
Southern comfort meets breakfast bliss in this hearty Biscuit and Gravy Casserole that layers fluffy biscuits with rich, creamy sausage gravy. Comfort cuisine doesn’t get more satisfying than this crowd-pleasing dish you’ll crave morning and night.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) pork sausage, raw
- 16.3 ounces (462 grams) refrigerated biscuits
- 5 cups (1.2 liters) milk
- 1 large egg, beaten
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 3 teaspoons salt, or to taste
- 2 teaspoons black pepper, or to taste
- ½ cup (60 grams) flour
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350°F, creating an ideal environment for baking the casserole.
- Navigate a deep skillet to medium heat and methodically crumble the pork sausage, cooking until it reaches a complete golden-brown state. Transfer the sausage to a separate holding area.
- Utilize the same skillet, allowing residual flavors to meld by melting butter and capturing the delectable browned bits clinging to the pan surface.
- Introduce flour into the buttery landscape, whisking carefully to eliminate any potential dry pockets and create a smooth foundation.
- Gradually cascade milk into the mixture, maintaining a vigorous whisking motion to prevent lumpy formations. Allow the liquid to escalate to a boil, then reduce heat and thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Reunite the cooked sausage with the creamy concoction, stirring to ensure comprehensive integration of flavors.
- Season the gravy with salt and pepper, letting the ingredients harmonize through a brief simmer.
- Coat a 9″x13″ baking dish with a protective layer of grease, then lavishly pour the sausage gravy across its surface.
- Deconstruct each biscuit into four precise quadrants, strategically distributing them across the gravy’s canvas.
- Whisk an egg in a small vessel and delicately brush its glaze over the biscuit pieces, enhancing their potential for a golden exterior.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 25-30 minutes until the biscuits achieve a rich, bronzed appearance and complete internal cooking.
- Extract from the oven and serve immediately, presenting a warm, comforting dish ready to delight.
Notes
- Use high-quality bulk sausage for richer flavor and better texture in the gravy.
- Consider mixing mild and spicy sausage for a more complex taste profile.
- Opt for buttermilk biscuits to add extra tanginess and tender crumb to the casserole.
- When making gravy, whisk constantly to prevent lumps and ensure smooth consistency.
- Experiment with different cheese types like sharp cheddar or pepper
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg