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A quintessential Appalachian and Southern classic, this dish features a tangy, savory tomato gravy built on a foundation of bacon drippings, served over warm, fluffy, flaky buttermilk biscuits. It's a deeply comforting and hearty meal, perfect for a leisurely breakfast or brunch, that comes together in under an hour.
Prepare for Biscuit Making (5 minutes)
Make the Biscuit Dough (5 minutes)
Shape and Bake the Biscuits (20 minutes)
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A quintessential Appalachian and Southern classic, this dish features a tangy, savory tomato gravy built on a foundation of bacon drippings, served over warm, fluffy, flaky buttermilk biscuits. It's a deeply comforting and hearty meal, perfect for a leisurely breakfast or brunch, that comes together in under an hour.
This southern recipe takes 50 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 577.65 calories per serving with 19.3g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Cook Bacon and Make Roux (10 minutes)
Finish the Gravy and Serve (10 minutes)
Omit the bacon. Sauté a finely diced small onion in 3 tablespoons of butter until soft. Add 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the roux for a smoky flavor, then proceed with the recipe.
Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a dash of your favorite hot sauce to the gravy along with the other seasonings.
Stir 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped herbs like parsley, chives, or thyme into the finished gravy for a fresh flavor boost.
Replace the bacon with 1/2 pound of bulk breakfast sausage. Brown the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon. Do not drain the fat; use it to make the roux and proceed with the recipe.
Tomatoes are the primary source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain chronic diseases.
The carbohydrates from the flour in the biscuits and gravy provide a quick and substantial source of energy to start your day.
As a classic comfort food, this dish can provide a sense of warmth, nostalgia, and well-being, which is beneficial for mental and emotional health.
Tomato Gravy is a traditional dish from the Appalachian region and the American South. It was a resourceful way to create a hearty, flavorful meal using pantry staples like canned tomatoes, flour, and bacon fat, especially during times when fresh ingredients were scarce.
This is a classic comfort food and is best enjoyed as a treat rather than a daily meal. It is high in calories, saturated fat, and sodium from the bacon drippings and butter. You can enjoy it in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
A typical serving of two biscuits with tomato gravy contains approximately 550-650 calories, depending on the richness of the ingredients used, such as using heavy cream instead of milk.
Absolutely. To make a vegetarian version, simply replace the bacon drippings with 3 tablespoons of butter or a neutral oil. For a smoky flavor, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the roux.
Store the biscuits and gravy in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the gravy gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. Reheat the biscuits in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-7 minutes to restore their texture.
Lumps usually form when the liquid is added too quickly to the roux. To fix it, whisk the gravy vigorously for a minute. If lumps persist, you can pour the gravy through a fine-mesh sieve or use an immersion blender for a few seconds to smooth it out.