Easy Biscuits and Egg Gravy
If you’re looking for an easy biscuits and gravy recipe that’s been a favorite in my Southern-rooted family for generations, you’re in the right place. Biscuits and egg gravy might seem unusual to some, but those with Southern roots understand how fantastic this combination can be. This is one of our favorite breakfasts, lunches, or dinners. We love it, and it’s the most asked-for meal from my daughter—she even refuses to eat any other biscuits! It is truly one of the most delicious breakfast dishes you’ll ever have. Growing up, we eagerly anticipated my grandpa’s biscuits and egg gravy, and now I have the pleasure of sharing that joy with you.
The History of Biscuits & Gravy: A Traditional Southern Breakfast
This traditional Southern breakfast has humble origins. Over time, it has become a beloved comfort food recipe for homesteaders and families who value simple, affordable meals.
The history of biscuits and gravy dates back to the 1800s, emerging from a practical need for an affordable and hearty breakfast option. Some culinary historians trace its origins to the Revolutionary War, when soldiers needed filling meals. Others believe it truly began in the Southern Appalachian lumber mills. Workers there needed sustenance for demanding labor, and thus, Sawmill Gravy was born.
Back then, the biscuits were denser and not as light and flaky as the fluffy versions we enjoy today. The gravy was a thick sauce, often lacking the rich, savory flavors we now expect. Over the years, this simple dish evolved into a comforting favorite with flavorful variations and textures that have made it a staple in Southern cuisine and beyond.
Our Family History with Biscuits and Egg Gravy
Growing up in a Southern-rooted family, biscuits and gravy were a staple breakfast and comfort food at family functions. Somewhere along the way, my great-grandma or another ancestor added hard-boiled eggs to the gravy. Eggs were more budget-friendly than pork and plentiful from the chickens around their house. Thus, our family egg gravy tradition was born.
My grandpa’s biscuits and egg gravy recipe has been passed down for at least four generations. While I can’t confirm if my great-grandma’s mother taught her the recipe, I’m confident this dish has deep Southern roots. My grandfather grew up with very little, making this an affordable and filling meal for a large family.
Interestingly, my great-grandma’s version used thick slices of toasted bread and only egg whites in the gravy, with crushed yolks sprinkled on top. My grandpa, however, chopped the entire boiled egg and mixed it all in—delicious either way!
Homesteading and Farm-to-Table Connection
On our self-sustaining homestead, dishes like these connect us to our heritage and help us make the most of farm-fresh ingredients. I love learning more about how and why things are done. We often take for granted that food is easily available from grocery stores or online, without considering where it truly comes from—or how much it really costs, especially as prices rise.
That’s one of the main reasons I enjoy homesteading. It reconnects us to our family roots, teaches us about resilience, and encourages making the most of what we have.
Don’t hesitate to try Grandpa’s biscuits and egg gravy recipe—feel free to experiment and make it your own!
Biscuits
1st Step
- In a mixing bowl or mixer, combine all ingredients. I prefer using a pastry cutter to blend everything together.
2nd Step
- After thoroughly mixing the dry ingredients, add melted butter, an egg, and milk. If you use honey melt it with the butter so it’s easier to mix it all together. Mix until the dough forms a solid ball.
3rd Step
- Use a spoon or 1/4 cup to scoop the biscuit dough from the bowl, and drop it on the cookie sheet. These biscuits are not cut, but are drop biscuits, so they do not need to look pretty.
4th Step
- Bake biscuits at 400 degree fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown
Egg Gravy
1st Step
- Boil six eggs in a separate pot on the stove for 10 minutes. Once the eggs are finished cooking, you can either let them cool on their own or run cold water over them.
- Next, peel the eggs and rinse off any residue. Place the peeled eggs in a bowl and use a pastry cutter, fork, or knife to cut them into pieces. Set aside.
2nd Step
- Place a pot on the stove and melt the butter. Once melted, add the flour and stir until the mixture thickens.
3rd Step
- Remove the pan from the stove. Gradually add the milk while stirring continuously.
4th Step
- Add the spices and feel free to include others. Sometimes, I like to add chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder. Add the cut-up hard-boiled eggs.
5th Step
- Allow the gravy to come to a boil, stirring to prevent burning. Once boiling, set heat to low and continue stirring until it thickens.
6th Step
- Serve gravy warm on top of biscuits.
Biscuits & Egg Gravy
Grandpa's recipe makes a delicious soft and fluffy biscuits with egg country gravy. His twist on this delicious breakfast will cause you to ask for more.
Ingredients
Biscuits
- 2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Tablespoon Sugar or Honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 4 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 1/2 Cup Melted Shortening or Butter
- 1 Egg
- 2/3 Cup Milk
Country Gravy
- 2 Tablespoon Butter
- 3 Tablespoon Flour
- 2 Cups Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
For Egg, Bacon, Sausage or All Gravy
- 6 Hard Boiled Eggs
- 1 Package of Bacon
- 1 Tube of Sausage
Optional Spices
- Chili Powder
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
Instructions
Biscuits
Makes 9 biscuits
1. Preheat Oven 400
2. To make the biscuits mix all the dry ingredients into a bowl.
3. Now combine the melted butter, milk and egg into the dry ingredients until it comes together. It should be a solid ball of dough. If you use honey melt it with the butter to make it easier to mix together.
4. Use a spoon or a 1/4 cup and scoop the dough out of the bowl and drop it on to a cookie sheet.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown
Country Gravy
(Optional begin to cook hard boiled eggs, bacon and sausage)
1. Place a pot on the stove and melt butter
2. Add flour and combine butter and flour until it becomes thick.
3. Remove from stove and slowly add milk while you stir.
4. Add the salt and pepper. Optional: Add any additional spices for your desired taste.
5. Place the gravy back on the stove and bring to a boil. Stir occasionally
6. Once the gravy is brought to boil stir until thick and turn off heat.
7. Optional: Add the cut up hard boiled eggs, cooked bacon, cooked sausage or all three of them into the gravy.
Notes
We love adding eggs, bacon, sausage to our gravy and some extra spices. Have fun experimenting.
Delicious Farm-to-Table Breakfast
We hope you enjoy this family-friendly, homemade biscuits and egg gravy recipe—perfect for any time you want a comforting, farm-to-table breakfast. We like adding chopped bacon or sausage to ours sometimes!
Have you tried biscuits and gravy on your homestead or at home? What’s your favorite family recipe? Share your thoughts and tips below!
5 responses to “Easy Biscuits and Egg Gravy”
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Can’t wait to make it may be tomorrow I use have it when I was kid that been long time ago thank you so much for recipe graight ly
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