"I remember digging into flaky, gravy-smothered biscuits on Christmas morning and other special occasions when I was a child. What a satisfying way to start the day!—Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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3 teaspoons baking powder
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon pepper, optional
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3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
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1 tablespoon shortening
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3/4 cup 2% milk
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SAUSAGE GRAVY:
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1 pound bulk maple pork sausage
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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3 cups 2% milk
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground sage
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1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper