Classic White Sausage Gravy

For the Sausage Gravy

Start with 2 cups milk and adjust for desired thickness—gravy should be smooth and pourable

Ingredients

• 1 Pound Ground Sausage
• ¼ Cup All-Purpose Flour
• 2 Cups Milk
• 1 item Salt And Ground Black Pepper, To Taste
• 1 item Optional: Pinch Of Sage, Fennel, Crushed Red Pepper, Or Sweet Corn

Instructions

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until nearly done, breaking it into crumbles.
2. Sprinkle flour over sausage and stir well to coat; cook for 2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.
3. Gradually add 2 cups milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
4. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring often, until thickened.
5. Add more milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Optional: Stir in sage, fennel, red pepper, or sweet corn for added flavor.

Prep: 5 min • Cook: 10 min • Wait: No time