Sausage Gravy and Cheddar Biscuit Skillet

• 1 ½ cups biscuit baking mix
• ⅓ cup milk
• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ pound breakfast sausage
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk for gravy
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. 2 Mix biscuit baking mix and ⅓ cup milk until soft dough forms. Drop spoonfuls onto a greased skillet.
3. 3 Bake biscuits for 10-12 minutes until golden.
4. 4 While biscuits bake, cook sausage in a separate pan until browned, then drain excess fat.
5. 5 Stir flour into sausage, cook 1 minute, then slowly add 2 cups milk, whisking constantly.
6. 6 Simmer gravy until thickened, season with salt and pepper.
7. 7 Remove skillet with biscuits from oven, sprinkle cheddar over biscuits.
8. 8 Pour hot sausage gravy over biscuits and cheese, return to oven for 2 minutes to melt cheese.

Equipment

• Oven-safe skillet
• Whisk

Variations

• Add diced green chilies for a kick.
• Substitute sausage with diced ham for a ham gravy version.

Substitutions

• If you don't have biscuit mix, use a homemade version with flour, baking powder, and butter.

Pairings

• A steaming cup of coffee
• A glass of orange juice

Nutrition

Tips

• Use a cast iron skillet for best results.
• For extra richness, add a splash of cream to the gravy.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a saucepan over low heat.

Freezing: Freezes well for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with a fresh fruit salad for a balanced meal.
• Serve with a side of crispy bacon for added texture.

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