Sausage Gravy
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What it is
Sausage gravy is a savory sauce made from cooked sausage, flour, and milk or cream. It is a traditional American dish, especially popular in the Southern United States. The gravy is typically prepared by browning sausage, then making a roux with the drippings and flour, and finally whisking in milk until it thickens.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sausage gravy to provide a rich, savory flavor and creamy texture to various prepared foods. It is most often found in frozen breakfast items such as biscuits and gravy, breakfast sandwiches, and other ready-to-eat meals. Its purpose is to enhance the taste and moistness of the product.
Health notes
Sausage gravy is a prepared food, not a single food additive, so it does not have a specific FDA regulatory status as an additive. As a food product, it can be high in saturated fat and sodium. The current Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend keeping saturated fat under 10% of daily calories, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg. No specific JECFA or EFSA evaluation exists for "sausage gravy" as a whole.
Allergen info
Sausage gravy commonly contains milk and wheat, which are two of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. Depending on the specific formulation, it may also contain soy.