How to Make Down-Home Country Breakfast Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comforting taste of a down-home country breakfast, complete with crispy bacon, fluffy biscuits, and rich, creamy gravy. This classic recipe has been a staple in Southern kitchens for generations, and for good reason – it's simple, hearty, and undeniably delicious. Whether you're serving it up for a weekend brunch with family or just craving a taste of home, country breakfast gravy is sure to satisfy all your comfort food cravings.

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and crumble when cool enough to handle.
  • Add flour to the bacon grease and stir until a paste forms. Cook and stir until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Gradually add evaporated milk and milk, stirring frequently. Add butter, sugar, pepper, and salt; continue to cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in crumbled bacon and serve.
  • Nutrition

    316 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 60mg
    • Sodium: 472mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 288mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 425mg