The Ultimate Breakfast Recipe

Name: The Ultimate Breakfast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 buttermilk biscuits; 2 breakfast sausage patties; 1 tablespoon butter; 4 eggs; 2 slices cheddar; 2 cups Sausage Gravy, recipe follows; 5 cups water; 7 cups milk; 1 pound pork sausage; 1 1/2 cups flour; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons pepper

Servings: persons

2 buttermilk biscuits
2 breakfast sausage patties
1 tablespoon butter
4 eggs
2 slices cheddar
2 cups Sausage Gravy, recipe follows
5 cups water
7 cups milk
1 pound pork sausage
1 1/2 cups flour
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons pepper

1
Split the biscuits in half and set aside.
2
In a saute pan, cook the sausage patties.
3
Remove from the pan and place on bottom half of each biscuit.
4
Add butter to the sasauge fat and melt.
5
Crack the eggs into the pan and cook to desired doneness.
6
Top the sausage with a slice of cheese and then top with fried eggs.
7
Place the other half of each biscuit on top of the eggs and smother with the sausage gravy.
8
Mix water and milk in a stock pot and slowly heat.
9
Do not boil.
10
In a cast-iron skillet, cook the sausage.
11
The meat should be chopped frequently while cooking to give it a ground beef consistency.
12
When the sausage is well done, carefully strain and save the grease and then add the meat to the water and milk.
13
Put the grease back in the skillet over moderate heat.
14
Stir in the flour, salt and pepper to make your roux.
15
Cook this mixture until it will cling to the spoon and come off the skillet cleanly.
16
When the milk and water mixture is just under boiling, stir in the sausage roux while turning off the heat to thicken the gravy.
17
12 cups or 12 servings

1289

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 buttermilk biscuits, 2 breakfast sausage patties, 1 tablespoon butter, 4 eggs, and more.

Yes, The Ultimate Breakfast falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Ultimate Breakfast

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