Classic Sausage Gravy

A staple in Southern households, this sausage gravy can be served over grits but goes beautifully with biscuits too.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups milk
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sliced green onions, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
• 1/2 (1-pound) package Jimmy Dean Premium Pork Sausage
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a small frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds. Add Jimmy Dean sausage and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until browned, stirring frequently to break up the sausage into small pieces, then drain.

Step 2

Add flour and mix well with the sausage. Reduce heat to medium and add 1 cup of milk, stirring to prevent any flour lumps. Add the remaining milk and the salt and pepper. Bring heat up to medium-high for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the sauce bubbles up to the top of the pan (do not allow it to boil over).

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium-low, stirring the sauce frequently until it thickens, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Serve over cooked grits or biscuits, and top with green onions.