Savory Sausage Gravy

Savory sausage gravy, a specialty among country folk, is best served ladled over fresh hot biscuits. It's also one of those dishes that can be served for breakfast, brunch or as a quick, easy and satisfying supper.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 pound bulk breakfast-style pork sausage
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 quart (4 cups) milk
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Baking Powder Biscuits or Buttermilk Biscuits

Cooking Directions:

1. Cook sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until sausage is nicely browned. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of the drippings.
2. Stir in flour; cook over medium-low heat until mixture bubbles and turns golden, about 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Stir in milk; add seasonings; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.
4. Serve hot ladled over split, freshly baked biscuits.

Makes 4 servings.