O.M.G. You guy, you guys, you guys... I'll let you just take all of that gorgeousness in right there for a moment.
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Okay. So. Not only are these biscuits and gravy low-carb and gluten-free, but I have to say that this was some of the best damn biscuits and gravy that I've ever put in my mouth. And those are big words coming from a southern girl.
With everything that's been going on here around Austin lately, I needed some good southern comfort food in a bad way this week. I think all of us here did. And there isn't much more southern or comforting than a good plate of biscuits and gravy.
For the biscuits, I was more than a little nervous. I've tried my hand at gluten-free 'bread' in the past and to say that it didn't work out as expected would be a vast understatement. These though? They were easy to make and tasted great too! You'll just want to be mindful not to over mix the batter. Mine was -right- on the edge of being over mixed.
The gravy? It's rich. I'm not going to lie. It's rich and decadent and so sooo creamy. It really ended up being a perfect consistency. Sometimes I feel like a white gravy is quick to become too thick. This one though stays perfectly pourable and just thick enough to stick to the biscuits and even soak in a little.
One of the best parts about these biscuits and gravy is that even if you aren't looking for a low-carb or gluten-free meal, it's still easy to make and super SUPER delicious.
If you're trying to make this keto-friendly you can swap out the turkey sausage for an organic pork breakfast sausage. (I say organic because I know most people doing the keto diet are looking to limit additives, which supposedly can be found more-so in pork items than other meats.)
Low-Carb Biscuits & Gravy
TheSkinnyFork.com
The Skinny:
Servings: 11 • Size: About 1 1/2 Cup • Calories: 401 • Fat: 37 g • Saturated Fat: 15 g • Carb: 6 g • Fiber: 2 g • Protein: 14 g • Sugar: 3 g • Sodium: 529 mg
Ingredients:
Biscuits:
1 1/2 C. Almond Flour
1 Tbsp. Baking Powder
1/2 Tsp. Garlic Powder
1/4 Tsp. Salt
1/3 C. Sour Cream (Or Plain Fat-Free Greek Yogurt)
2 Whole Large Eggs
4 Tbsp. Butter
1/3 C. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Gravy:
1 Lb. Lean Ground Turkey Breakfast Sausage
8 Oz. Cream Cheese, Softened
1/2 C. Heavy Cream
1/2 C. Reduced Fat Milk
1/2 Tsp. Onion Powder
1/4 Tsp. Salt
1/8 Tsp Pepper
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. and line a baking sheet with foil or a silicone baking mat for easy clean-up and lightly coat with non-stick baking spray.
Sift together the 1 1/2 C. Almond Flour, 1 Tbsp. Baking Powder, 1/2 Tsp. Garlic Powder, and 1/4 Tsp. Salt.
In another bowl, mix together the 1/3 C. Sour Cream, 2 Whole Large Eggs, 4 Tbsp. Butter, and 1/3 C. Shredded Cheddar Cheese until well combined.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined. Do NOT overmix.
Scoop the dough out in about 2 Tbsp. at a time and place onto the prepared baking sheet about 2" apart.
Place the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown on the tops.
While the biscuits are baking, brown the 1 Lb. Lean Ground Breakfast Sausage in a large skillet over a medium-high heat. Do NOT drain off.
Add the 8 Oz. Softened Cream Cheese and stir until melted.
Pour in the 1/2 C. Heavy Cream, 1/2 C. Reduced Fat Milk 1/2 Tsp. Onion Powder, 1/4 Tsp. Salt, and 1/8 Tsp Pepper.
Reduce the heat to simmer and continue to cook, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes.
Once the biscuits are done, remove them from the oven and cut in half.
Top each with about 1/4 C. of the gravy and enjoy right away!
Nutritional Claims: Low Carb, Sugar Conscious, Gluten Free, Wheat Free, Peanut Free, Soy Free, Fish Free, Shellfish Free, Crustacean Free, Celery Free, Mustard Free, Sesame Free, Lupine Free, Mollusk Free, Alcohol Free, No Sugar Added
