Smoked Sausage Gravy
Ingredients
- 6-ounces smoked sausage, diced
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 2 cups chicken stock or broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Place sausage and oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add green onions and garlic; cook until tender, 2-3 minutes. Whisk in flour, thyme and cayenne pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture starts to stick to pan, about 2 minutes. Gradually add stock, whisking until smooth; bring to a strong simmer. Reduce heat to low and continue simmering, stirring frequently, until ready to serve. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.