Pioneer Woman Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

This easy and delicious Pioneer Woman Biscuits and Gravy Casserole is the perfect comfort meal for breakfast or brunch. With creamy sausage gravy, cheesy eggs, and fluffy biscuits, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish. You can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your taste, making it a flexible favorite for any occasion!

Ingredients Needed

For the Sausage Gravy:

• 1 lb breakfast sausage (such as Jimmy Dean)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 tsp seasoned salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper

For the Casserole:

• 6 large eggs
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 (12 oz) cans refrigerated biscuits

How To Make Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

1. Make the Sausage Gravy: Add the sausage to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and crumbly, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon, leaving the drippings in the pan. Add the butter and reduce the heat to medium-low to melt. Sprinkle the flour over the drippings, stirring to combine. Let it cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flour is lightly toasted. Slowly pour in the milk while stirring. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook until the mixture boils and thickens. Reduce to medium-low and add the seasoned salt and black pepper. Let it simmer for 8-10 minutes until thickened. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Casserole: Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, 1/2 cup cheese, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture into a 13×9-inch baking dish. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooked sausage and sprinkle the rest over the egg mixture. Arrange the biscuits evenly on top of the casserole. Drizzle half of the sausage gravy over the biscuits, then sprinkle with the remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese and the reserved 1/2 cup sausage.
3. Bake the Casserole: Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes until the biscuits are fully cooked through and the top is golden and toasted. Reheat the remaining sausage gravy and drizzle it over the casserole. Serve the rest of the gravy on the side.

Recipe Tips

• Cook the sausage until browned and crumbly: This ensures the gravy has a rich, savory flavor. Avoid undercooking the sausage, as it helps give the gravy a good texture.
• Toast the flour for 2 minutes: Toasting the flour in the sausage drippings helps create a smoother, thicker gravy without any floury taste.
• Use whole milk for creamier gravy: Whole milk gives the gravy a richer and creamier texture compared to low-fat milk or alternatives.
• Don’t skip the reserved sausage: Sprinkling the extra sausage on top adds flavor and texture, making every bite even more delicious.
• Check the casserole’s doneness: Bake until the biscuits are fully cooked through and the top is golden brown. If the biscuits are undercooked, the casserole won’t be as perfect.

How To Store Leftovers

• Refrigerate: Cover leftovers biscuits and gravy casserole and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Wrap leftovers biscuits and gravy casserole, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then bake at 350°F for 10 minutes to heat.
• Reheating: Reheat leftovers biscuits in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes or microwave individual portions for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 8 servings per recipe)

• Calories: 734
• Total Fat: 47g
• Saturated Fat: 21g
• Cholesterol: 270mg
• Sodium: 1,645mg
• Potassium: 373mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 47g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 30g

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