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Biscuits-And-Gravy Casserole
Ingredients
- 1pkg. ground pork sausage
- ½ cchopped yellow onion
from 1 small onion
- ¼ cplus 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
divided
- ⅓ call-purpose flour
about 1 1/2 oz.
- 3 cwhole milk
- 6 ozpepper jack cheese
shredded, about 1 1/2 cups
- ¾ tspkosher salt
- ½ tspblack pepper
- cooking spray
- 1pkg. frozen southern-style biscuits
12 count
- 2 tbspminced fresh chives
Directions
- 1
Cook sausage and onion: Preheat oven to 350°F. Place sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium, and cook, stirring often, until sausage crumbles and is no longer pink and onion is translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer mixture to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Wipe skillet clean.
- 2
Make gravy: Reduce heat to low, and add 1/4 cup of the butter to skillet; cook, whisking often, until melted. Whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk; increase heat to medium, and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly, 5 to 6 minutes.
- 3
Add cheese: Whisk in shredded cheese, and cook, whisking often, until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth, 30 to 40 seconds. Stir in sausage mixture, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Assembled casserole, and bake: Transfer mixture to a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Arrange biscuits on top of sausage mixture. Bake in preheated oven until biscuits are golden brown and gravy is bubbly, 30 to 35 minutes.
- 5
Brush biscuits with butter: Microwave remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a small microwavable bowl on HIGH until melted, about 20 seconds. Remove casserole from oven; brush biscuits with melted butter, and sprinkle with chives. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
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About this Recipe
Craving a hearty, comforting breakfast that feeds a crowd without fuss? This Biscuits-And-Gravy Casserole is your answer, transforming a classic into an easy, oven-baked sensation perfect for leisurely mornings.
What makes this recipe a standout is its clever use of familiar ingredients to create something truly special. You’ll love how the creamy, savory sausage gravy, infused with tender onion and a hint of pepper jack cheese, bakes into golden, fluffy southern-style biscuits. It’s the ultimate comfort food, simplified for your convenience.
When you pull this casserole from the oven, expect a golden-brown top giving way to a rich, bubbling interior. The biscuits emerge soft and warm, soaking up the flavorful, thick gravy. Each bite offers a delightful balance of savory ground pork sausage, the gentle bite of onion, and the creamy, slightly spicy kick of pepper jack cheese. It's a deeply satisfying dish, embodying the warmth of a classic breakfast in an easy-to-serve format.
Customization & Variations
While delicious as is, you can tailor this casserole to your preferences. For a milder flavor, swap the pepper jack cheese for shredded Monterey Jack or sharp white cheddar. If you prefer a richer, more herbaceous gravy, a pinch of dried sage can be added when browning the sausage. Don't have fresh chives? A sprinkle of fresh parsley or even a dash of dried chives can offer a similar aromatic finish.
This Biscuits-And-Gravy Casserole is ideal for weekend brunches, holiday breakfasts, or simply feeding a hungry family. Serve it warm straight from the baking dish, perhaps with a side of fresh fruit to balance the richness.