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Shake up your morning meal with this decadent spin on traditional Southern comfort food. This breakfast pizza pairs a buttery biscuit base with velvety sausage gravy, gooey cheese, and runny eggs to whip up an unforgettable morning treat your family will ask for again and again.
Since stumbling upon this idea, it's turned into my favorite pick for Christmas breakfasts and birthday mornings. The way the eggs set on top of the cheesy, gravy-covered surface makes for gorgeous slices that always wow my visitors.
Key Components and Shopping Advice
- Breakfast Sausage: Pick one with good seasonings - its grease brings important taste.
- Biscuit Dough: Store in fridge until you're ready to start for the best results.
- Mixed Cheeses: Using both sharp cheddar and mozzarella gives you the ideal pull.
- Fresh Eggs: Let eggs sit out a bit before cooking for more even baking.
- Onions: Vidalia or other sweet varieties blend best in the gravy.
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
- Step 1: Building Your Biscuit Foundation
- Handle cold dough fast to keep it flaky. Push edges together well so there aren't any holes. Form a small ridge around the outside to hold your toppings. Poke the surface gently with a fork.
- Step 2: Getting Your Gravy Right
- Brown sausage until you notice crispy edges. Cook onions in the leftover fat for extra taste. Sprinkle in flour while constantly mixing. Look for a thickness that sticks to your spoon.
- Step 3: Putting It All Together
- Spread gravy across but don't make it soggy. Make little dips for eggs using a spoon. Sprinkle cheese around the eggs, not covering them. Add salt and pepper to each egg.
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This dish takes me back to weekend mornings at my grandma's place, where she'd always cook up biscuits smothered in gravy. Turning her old-school recipe into this pizza version has become our family's new thing, blending cherished memories with fresh traditions.
Everything comes together during baking as the biscuit bottom rises while the eggs cook to perfection. I've learned that placing the eggs in certain spots means everyone gets some of that lovely runny yolk in their slice.
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This breakfast pizza has turned into my go-to crowd-pleaser for family get-togethers. It brings together the warm hug of comfort food with a fun twist that makes breakfast time feel extra special.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I swap for homemade biscuits?
- Sure, just cut your dough into pieces before using.
- → How can I avoid a soggy base?
- Thicken your gravy properly and press biscuits firmly into the crust.
- → Can this be made ahead of time?
- Eat fresh for the best taste, but the gravy keeps in the fridge for a day.
- → What kind of sausage is ideal?
- Breakfast-style sausage fits the flavor best.
- → Is freezing an option for leftovers?
- No, freezing changes the texture of the biscuits and gravy.