Bob Evans Sausage Gravy Recipe (Creamy, Savory & Southern-Style)

Recreate the classic Bob Evans sausage gravy at home with this rich, creamy, and savory recipe! Made with just a few simple ingredients, it pairs perfectly with fresh, flaky biscuits for the ultimate Southern comfort breakfast.

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2½ cups whole milk (warm)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Optional: ¼ tsp crushed red pepper for heat

Directions

1. Cook the Sausage
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it up into small crumbles.
3. Make the Roux
4. Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage and stir well to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.
5. Add the Milk
6. Gradually whisk in warm milk while stirring constantly. Continue cooking and stirring until the gravy thickens, about 5–7 minutes.
7. Season
8. Add black pepper and salt to taste. For extra kick, stir in crushed red pepper.
9. Serve
10. Spoon the hot gravy over warm, split biscuits and serve immediately.