The Ultimate Guide to Biscuits and Gravy: Classic Recipes and Innovative Twists

The Classic Combination

Biscuits and gravy, a staple of Southern comfort food, never goes out of style. Flaky, buttery biscuits paired with rich, savory gravy is a match made in heaven. But why settle for just the classic when you can experiment with new flavors and ingredients?

How to Make Classic Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy

For a traditional take, start with our recipe for classic buttermilk biscuits and gravy. You’ll need:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
• 1 cup cold buttermilk

For the gravy:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 12 ounces breakfast sausage, uncooked
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3 1/2 cups whole milk

Recipe Ideas to Take Your Biscuits and Gravy to the Next Level

• Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole: Layer biscuit dough with sausage gravy and bake until golden brown.
• Chinese Biscuits and Gravy: Infuse biscuits with scallions and sesame oil, and pair with a sweet Chinese sausage gravy.
• Biscuits and Chocolate Gravy: Because who doesn’t love chocolate? Pair plain buttermilk biscuits with a rich, fudgy chocolate sauce.
• Sweet Potato Biscuits with Chorizo Sausage Gravy: Add a south-of-the-border twist with sweet potato biscuits and spicy chorizo sausage gravy.
• Biscuits with Andouille Sausage Cream Gravy: Use andouille sausage for a Cajun-inspired take on the classic.
• Vegan Biscuits and Gravy: Ditch the animal products and opt for dairy-free butter and unsweetened almond milk for a creamy mushroom gravy.
• Cheddar Bay Biscuits and Shrimp Gravy: Bacon and cheddar biscuits meet creamy shrimp gravy loaded with corn, mushrooms, and Old Bay.
• Sausage Breakfast Pizza with Country Gravy: Who says you can’t have pizza for breakfast? Top a biscuit crust with scrambled eggs, sausage, and country gravy.

Get Creative and Experiment with New Flavors

From pizza to dessert, biscuits and gravy can take on many forms. Whether you’re a traditionalist or an innovator, we’ve got you covered. So go ahead, get creative, and elevate your biscuits and gravy game!