Ingredients and Weight:
- Sausage (any type available in supermarkets, such as pork sausage or chicken apple sausage) - 500 grams
- Beef stock or chicken stock - 1 liter
- Cream - 200 ml
- Flour - 50 grams
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as thyme or rosemary) - a sprinkle
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including preparation and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Remove any casing from the sausage and break into small pieces.
- In a large saucepan, brown the sausage pieces over medium heat.
- Once the sausage is cooked through, add the stock and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix the flour with a little bit of water to make a smooth paste.
- Add the flour paste to the sausage and stock mixture, stirring continuously until the gravy becomes thick.
- Add the cream and fresh herbs, and season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, until the gravy reaches the desired thickness and flavor.
- Serve immediately with your choice of breakfast items such as biscuits or toast.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approximately 400-500 calories per serving (depending on the type of sausage used)
Fat: 25-35 grams
Carbohydrates: 20-30 grams
Protein: 15-25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- A rich and creamy gravy with a robust sausage flavor.
- Can be served as a standalone dish or paired with other breakfast items.
- The use of fresh herbs adds a touch of freshness and complexity to the flavor profile.
User Comments:
- "This sausage gravy was so good! The flavor was amazing and it was so easy to make."
- "I added some diced potatoes to this gravy and it turned into a hearty meal."
- "I love how creamy this gravy is, it's perfect for dipping my breakfast sandwiches."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use a good quality sausage for best results.
- Adjust the thickness of the gravy by adding more stock or cream as needed.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and use vegetable stock instead of beef or chicken stock.
