– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
– 3/4 cup buttermilk
– 1 pound chorizo sausage, casings removed
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for gravy)
– 2 cups milk
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Creating the perfect Biscuits and Chorizo Gravy is as easy as following these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Make the Biscuits:
– In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
– Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
– Stir in the buttermilk until just combined.
3. Form Biscuits:
– On a floured surface, turn the dough out and gently knead it 2-3 times. Pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
– Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter or a glass and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake Biscuits: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Cook Chorizo: In a large skillet, cook the chorizo over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
6. Make the Gravy:
– Once the chorizo is cooked, sprinkle 1/4 cup of flour over it and stir well to combine.
– Slowly add in 2 cups of milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
7. Simmer: Allow the gravy to simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika if desired.
8. Serve Biscuits: When the biscuits are golden, remove them from the oven. Split them in half and spoon the chorizo gravy generously on top.
These straightforward steps will guide you to a delicious feast of Biscuits and Chorizo Gravy!