Name: Sausage Gravy and Biscuit Pie Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey); 3 tbsp all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste); 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count); 1 tbsp melted butter (optional, for brushing)

Description

Sausage Gravy and Biscuit Pie is a comforting Southern American breakfast casserole featuring savory browned sausage in a creamy homemade gravy, topped with flaky refrigerated biscuits baked to golden perfection. This hearty dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, providing a delicious blend of rich flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients

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Sausage Gravy

1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Topping

1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count)
1 tbsp melted butter (optional, for brushing)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage for about 7–8 minutes until browned and crumbled, leaving some fat in the pan for flavor unless there is an excessive amount.
Make Gravy: Sprinkle the flour evenly over the cooked sausage and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste, then slowly add the milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 3–4 minutes until the gravy thickens. Season with black pepper, salt, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Remove from heat.
Assemble Pie: Pour the prepared sausage gravy into the greased pie dish. Arrange the uncooked biscuits evenly over the gravy, creating a nice even topping layer.
Bake: Place the pie dish in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown and fully cooked.
Finish and Serve: Optionally brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter immediately after baking for extra richness. Allow the pie to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use homemade biscuit dough instead of canned for a fresher texture.
Add shredded cheddar cheese or scrambled eggs under the biscuits for a more hearty and filling meal.
This dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting dinner option often called ‘brinner’ (breakfast for dinner).