How did you guess I like sausage gravy and biscuits? Oh, because this is the third version I published?? Well, you’re right! It’s just really terrific comfort food, do you agree? I first shared my classic Southern-style Sausage Gravy and Biscuits and that was followed by my Vegetarian Sausage Gravy and Biscuits. And now…drumroll…I’m going to introduce you to this new and all-original pumpkin-ized version!
If you’re a fan of sausage gravy and biscuits I can almost guaranteed you’re going to love this one. It has all the original flavors you know and love but with some delicious new additions.
This recipe was more or less borne of necessity. We grew our own pumpkins for the first time this year – both jack o’lanterns for Halloween and sugar pumpkins for cooking – and wow, we had quite the harvest! Next time we’ll know not to plant as many because now we have this huge wheelbarrow left of pumpkins…and I’ve had to figure out how to use them all.
As they say, necessity is the mother on invention. Necessity also generates some of the best creativity as well. And it paid off in the case of this delicious dish of Pumpkin Sausage Gravy and Biscuits!
Along with this “pumpkin-ized” all-American classic dish I want to share with you an all-American company: Cutco. If you don’t already own some of their knives you likely know someone who does. I recently picked up three of their knives and have been using them ever since. I love my Cutco knives! So much so that I’ve put together a video demo of these knives in action + we’re giving away a set of 3 Cutco knives, a $261 value!
Take me to the video demo and giveaway!
Now back to that deeeeelicious Pumpkin Sausage Gravy and Biscuits!
Quite simply, you’re gonna love it!
Let’s get started!
Crumble the sausage into the frying pan and brown until no longer pink.
Add the onions and garlic and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the pumpkin and cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the four and bacon grease (or butter if using) and stir until incorporated. Cook for 2 minutes.
Add the milk and stir constantly to prevent lumps. Bring to a simmer until thickened, 2-3 minutes.
Finely chop the thyme and sage. If at all possible use fresh herbs, they make a huge difference.
Add the herbs, salt, pepper, chicken bouillon and pumpkin puree and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Spoon over freshly baked biscuits and serve immediately.
Enjoy!
- 16 ounces bulk Italian sausage
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1½ cups diced fresh pumpkin
- 2 tablespoons bacon grease (highly recommended for optimal flavor but can substitute butter)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk or combination of half-and-half
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Crumble the bacon into a large skillet and brown until no pink remains. Add the onions and garlic and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the diced pumpkin and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the bacon grease and flour and stir until incorporated. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, herbs, salt, pepper and chicken bouillon. Return to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon over freshly baked biscuits and serve immediately garnished with some fresh thyme.
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Adina says
I was slightly panicking because I couldn’t find the recipe for the biscuits, then I saw the link. Thank God, this sounds like something all four of us would love. :)
Megan Keno says
How fun! I love the combination.
Katerina @ Diethood says
I would love to just take a fork at that awesomeness! I can only imagine how good this is.
Cate | Chez CateyLou says
Pumpkin sausage gravy – I think I’ve died and gone to heaven!! This dish looks amazing – what a perfect seasonal breakfast!!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
This is such an original recipe! Love it. And I loved the music in your video on the other post. :D Great video!
Lauren Kelly Nutrition says
I love these biscuits, what an amazing flavor combination! I only have one Cutco knife and I LOVE it. I’d love to win these!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
I am a huge fan of biscuits and gravy too!! Never would have thought to add pumpkin to it! You are brilliant, my friend!
The Food Hunter says
Nice knives and a delicious recipe!
stephanie says
My family loves biscuits and gravy. This is such a creative way to enjoy this yummy meal.
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says
My son who loves biscuits and gravy and is obsessed with all things pumpkin would be all over this for any meal of the day!
Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie says
This is so creative! I would have never thought to make biscuits and gravy this way. Delicious!
Julie @ Texan New Yorker says
Ohhhh, this looks amazing! I am such a fiend for sausage gravy over biscuits and I absolutely love your pumpkin version! So cool!!
Susan | LunaCafe says
What a novel idea, pumpkin in a sausage gravy. Sounds very tasty. Pretty too.
Martha @ A Family Feast says
Oh my – so many savory and spicy flavors going on in this recipe. This looks amazing!
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
Sausage Gravy and Biscuit is a staple in our house! This is fantastic! I know we’re going to love it! I’ve never thought to make different varieties!
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says
I LOVE that you added pumpkin to your biscuits and gravy! What a great idea!
Paula - bell'alimento says
I’m currently trying to figure out how I can have someone make this for me for breakfast ; ) Swoon.
Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen says
I do love biscuits and gravy, and really I never would have thought to use pumpkin it it – but it looks delicious! And a big yes to using bacon grease for flavor. Aaaaaand, now I’m hungry.
Dani @ The Adventure Bite says
This sounds so delicious! We eat pumpkin in our curries all the time but I’ve never thought of putting it in biscuits and gravy! Great idea!
Laura | Petite Allergy Treats says
I love pumpkin in just about anything and works great with biscuits and gravy!
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
I’m a HUGE fan of sausage gravy and biscuits and I also love pumpkin and sage. This is a fabulous idea that I need to make ASAP! You’ve made my stomach growl this morning.
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
What a great way to up the nutritional value in a deliciously decadent dish like biscuits and gravy.
Kim Beaulieu says
I love this fun spin on biscuits and gravy. It’s such a cool recipe. I know my hubby would go crazy for this one.
Nutmeg Nanny says
I love sausage and gravy but have never thought to make it with pumpkin! This is a total game change…I need it!
Annie @ Annie's Noms says
What a fabulous way to use pumpkin! I’ve never thought to use it in sausage gravy, but imagine it’s so wonderful!
Michelle @ Blackberry Babe says
This is awesome! What a creative way to make good ole’ B&G! :)
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