Grandma’s Birthday SOS (Sausage-on-steroids) Surprise
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper for a kick
- Instant mashed potatoes or biscuits (for serving)
Instructions:
- Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Make the gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the browned beef in the skillet. Stir continuously to incorporate the flour into the meat, forming a roux. Cook for a couple of minutes until the flour is lightly toasted.
- Add the milk: Slowly pour in the milk while stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens and reaches your desired consistency for gravy.
- Season to taste: Season the gravy with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper if desired. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Serve: Spoon the hot SOS (Sausage-on-steroids) gravy over a bed of fluffy instant mashed potatoes or warm biscuits.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately while it’s still hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this nostalgic dish!
Optional: You can also add diced onions or minced garlic while browning the ground beef for extra flavor dimension. Additionally, feel free to garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
