Biscuits and Gravy

Biscuits and Gravy is a classic American comfort food, particularly beloved in the Southern United States. It consists of soft, fluffy buttermilk biscuits smothered in a thick, creamy white gravy, typically made from pork sausage drippings, flour, milk, and crumbled sausage.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is very high in calories, fat, and carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein from the sausage and dairy. A typical serving can range from 500 to 800 calories, providing a dense source of energy but limited in vitamins and fiber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	1200 mg
Calcium	180 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	3 mg
Folate	60 mcg

Per 2 biscuits with gravy (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a hearty, inexpensive dish with roots in the practical, resourceful cooking of the American South, designed to fuel a long day of work. Nutritionally, its uniqueness lies in being a high-energy, high-fat meal that became a staple for its ability to provide lasting satiety.