Description
Southern comfort meets hearty “Sausage, Gravy, and Biscuit Pie” in this crowd-pleasing casserole. Layers of flaky biscuits, savory sausage, and creamy gravy create a delightful twist you’ll crave at breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 can (16 ounces/454 g) refrigerated biscuits (or 8 homemade biscuits)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Transform biscuits from the package or homemade recipe into golden, flaky bases. Allow them to cool and develop a slight crispness after baking.
- Sizzle sausage in a skillet over medium heat, methodically crumbling the meat until it reaches a rich, caramelized brown and cooks completely through.
- Utilize the sausage drippings to craft a luxurious gravy. Sprinkle flour into the pan, creating a smooth roux by stirring and toasting for 1-2 minutes. Gradually pour milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until the mixture thickens into a velvety consistency.
- Construct the pie’s foundation by arranging a layer of biscuit pieces in the pie dish. Generously distribute the sausage across the base, then lavishly pour the creamy gravy over the meat.
- Create a decorative top layer with remaining biscuit fragments, ensuring an even coverage. Delicately crack eggs across the surface, allowing their golden yolks to peek through the biscuit landscape.
- Slide the assembled pie into a preheated oven at 350F (175C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top achieves a gorgeous golden-brown hue and the eggs set perfectly.
- Carefully extract the pie from the oven and let it rest momentarily. Slice into wedges and optionally garnish with fresh parsley or chives for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Swap biscuits with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this hearty dish.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium sausage and controlling salt in gravy preparation for heart-healthy modifications.
- Enhance protein content by adding scrambled eggs directly into the sausage mixture before assembling the pie for extra nutrition.
- Create vegetarian version by substituting sausage with plant-based crumbles or roasted mushrooms, maintaining rich savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg