Biscuits and Tasso Gravy
Gravy made with spicy Tasso is amazing. Spicy, complex, melt-in-your-mouth Tasso just makes a world of difference.
Servings 4
Calories 409kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
For the gravy
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup Tasso diced
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups half and half
- Kosher salt to taste
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- 4 dashes hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup Creme Fraiche
For the biscuits
- 1 tube biscuits
Instructions
For the gravy
- Melt the butter in a large sauce pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the Tasso. Saute until the Tasso starts to brown.
- Stir in the flour and continue stirring for two minutes.
- Add the half and half. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened.
- Add the salt, lemon juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well.
- Stir in the creme fraiche and serve over biscuits.
For the biscuits
- Bake the biscuits per package instructions.
Notes
Use homemade biscuits for the best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 603mg | Potassium: 373mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 994IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 201mg | Iron: 1mg