Description
Good morning, breakfast lovers! Are you ready to transform your morning meal into something truly special? Imagine combining the hearty flavors of a Southern breakfast with the convenience of an easy-to-make pizza. Our Rustic English Muffin Breakfast Pizza with Sawmill Gravy is the perfect way to start your day on a delicious note. Let’s dive in and discover how you can bring this comforting dish to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of English muffins
- 8 eggs
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 8 oz mild cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
- 2 cups milk (for sawmill gravy)
- ¼ cup sausage drippings (add butter if insufficient drippings)
- ¼ cup flour (for sawmill gravy)
- ½ teaspoon salt (for sawmill gravy, or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper (for sawmill gravy, or to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a cast-iron skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until well done. Remove the sausage from the pan and set it aside, leaving about ¼ cup of the fat in the skillet. If you don’t have enough drippings, add a bit of butter to make up the difference.
- Make the Gravy: To the reserved meat drippings in the skillet, add the flour. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the mixture starts to turn golden brown. Slowly add the milk to the roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking the gravy until it boils and thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare the English Muffins: While the gravy is simmering, lightly toast the English muffins until they’re golden brown and crispy. This will help them hold up better under the weight of the toppings.
- Scramble the Eggs: In a non-stick skillet, scramble the eggs over medium heat. Add a small dash of milk to the eggs to make them fluffier, if desired. Cook until the eggs are just set but still soft.
- Assemble the Pizzas: Turn your oven broiler on high. Place the toasted English muffins on a baking sheet, open-faced. Spread a generous amount of sawmill gravy on each muffin half, then top with scrambled eggs, a slice of cheddar cheese, and the cooked sausage.
- Broil to Perfection: Broil the assembled pizzas until the cheese is bubbly and melted, about 2-3 minutes. Keep a close eye on them to avoid burning.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Freshly made sausage and eggs will give you the best flavor. If possible, opt for high-quality cheese that melts well.
- Customize to Taste: Feel free to add other toppings like sautéed onions, bell peppers, or even a dash of hot sauce for a little kick.
- Gravy Consistency: If your gravy turns out too thick, simply add a bit more milk to reach your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, let it simmer a little longer to thicken.