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April 4, 2023

Sausage Gravy on Croissant

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We’ve all had biscuits and gravy. No hate on this classic because it’s still one of my favorites, especially when I’m getting breakfast out. But, in my opinion, croissants might just be the best form of bread out there and I’d replace just about any other form of bread with a croissant – almost always. The sausage gravy softens into the warm, flaky, buttery layers of the croissant and literally feels like it’s melting in your mouth. It’s so decadent, incredibly filling and satisfying.

If you’re more of a traditional fellow, you can easily swap out the croissant for a biscuit. I highly recommend trying my fresh thyme biscuits with honey butter glaze.

Sausage gravy on croissant can be a healthy part of your diet

Health is a relative word that means something different to everyone, and it’s meant something different to me in different points of my own life. I feel now, at 27 years old, that I have the healthiest relationship with food that I’ve ever had. What have I done differently? I don’t stress. I pretty much eat what I want whenever I want. My stress-free, diet-free relationship with food has made me the happiest and healthiest I’ve been in years. Ironically, the years I spent dieting and stressing about everything that went into my mouth are the years my health took a decline. Today my only focus is on nutrient-density – prioritizing vitamins and minerals. When I focus on putting nutrient-dense food first, I’m often too full and satisfied for extra “junk*.” My cravings for “junk” are rare. But when they’re there, I treat myself to what I want. Like, for instance, a croissant with my sausage gravy. 

I believe that all homemade foods can be a part of a healthy diet. Homemade sausage gravy has lots of protein, calcium, vitamin A, and B vitamins. Even croissants, homemade or bought fresh from the bakery, contain plenty of vitamins and minerals.

*My idea of “junk” food is food that doesn’t provide me with many nutrients. I would consider them filler foods that I eat purely for enjoyment, which I do often.

How to reheat sausage gravy

From refrigeration, add the desired amount of sausage gravy back to a skillet on medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sausage gravy is thoroughly heated through. If it seems too thick, just add a small splash more milk or heavy cream.

Kitchen Essentials

  • A skillet with sides. I used my 10″ Made In pan.
  • A ground meat tool or potato masher (optional)
  • A spatula
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Substitutions

  • Ground breakfast sausage: I have also used regular ground sausage, and while still good, it gives a less flavorful end result. Breakfast sausage is usually just sausage seasoned with salt, pepper, red pepper, sugar, sage, cloves or nutmeg. If using regular ground sausage, I would recommend adding a variety of these seasonings right to your gravy for more flavor.
  • Milk + heavy cream: can be replaced with half and half. For example, the original recipe, which uses 1.25 cups milk and 1.25 cups heavy cream, can be substituted with 2.5 cups half and half.
Sausage Gravy on Croissant
Sausage Gravy on Croissant
Sausage Gravy on Croissant

Sausage Gravy on Croissant

Recipe by Slow Down Company Course: BreakfastDifficulty: Easy
Servings

3

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Total time

25

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground breakfast sausage

  • 2 tbsp all purpose flour

  • 1.25 cups whole milk

  • 1.25 cups heavy cream

  • 0.25 tsp of the following: salt, black pepper, white pepper, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning

  • 3 croissants (or biscuits), cut in half and warmed

Directions

  • In a medium/large saucepan, brown the sausage on medium heat. Use a spatula or a ground meat tool to break up the sausage into fine crumbles. Once completely browned, use a paper towel to blot out most of the grease from the pan.
  • Add in the flour, milk and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Once the mixture has turned to a gravy-like consistency, about 5 to 10 minutes, remove from the heat.
  • Stir in the seasonings – salt, black pepper, white pepper, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning.
  • Enjoy! Place the warm croissant halves into a serving bowl and pour the sausage gravy over top. Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge (without the croissant) for up to a week.

Notes

  • *Nutrition label does NOT include a croissant, since croissants vary in size and calories.

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Nutrition Facts

3 servings per container

Serving Size1 servings


Calories877

  • Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
  • Total Fat 77.6g 120%
    • Saturated Fat 38.8g 194%
    • Trans Fat 1.3g
  • Cholesterol 204.8mg 69%
  • Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
  • Total Carbohydrate 16.3g 6%
    • Dietary Fiber 0.2g 1%
    • Sugars 9.0g
  • Protein 26.3g 53%

    * The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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