Italian Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Ingredients and Weight:

• Italian sausage: 1 pound (500 grams)
• All-purpose flour: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup (60 milliliters)
• Chicken broth: 1 cup (240 milliliters)
• Milk: 1 cup (240 milliliters)
• Heavy cream: 1/2 cup (120 milliliters)
• Salt and pepper: to taste
• Biscuits, for serving

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Remove the casing from the Italian sausage.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sausage and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk until smooth.
6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until thickened.
7. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500-600 per serving
• Fat: 25-30 grams
• Protein: 25-30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50-60 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and comforting
• Rich and flavorful
• Perfect for a cold winter night
• Can be made ahead of time

User Comments:

• "This gravy is absolutely delicious! It's so creamy and flavorful."
• "The biscuits are the perfect accompaniment to the gravy. They're soft and flaky."
• "This dish is a winner! It's sure to become a family favorite."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If the gravy is too thick, you can add more milk or chicken broth until it reaches the desired consistency.
• If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute evaporated milk or half and half.
• This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve.