Biscuits and Gravy Casserole combines fluffy biscuits, breakfast sausage, eggs, Colby cheese, and white sausage gravy into one of the most scrumptious casseroles ever. This is one of my and hubby’s favorite meals. Even with homemade gravy, this casserole comes together quickly and easily, making it doable for even the novice cook.
I love to serve this casserole for brunch on holidays and long leisurely weekends. For an over-the-top meal, serve with Fruit Salad and Easy Frosty Strawberry Mimosas.
How to make Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
Start by browning the sausage in a large skillet. Add the crushed red pepper to the sausage and set aside for a few minutes. Then in a heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for several minutes, whisking constantly. Slowly whisk in the milk, salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Simmer until thickened, whisking frequently. Add about 1/2 cup of the cooked sausage mixture to the gravy and stir to combine.
Next, spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Then cut the biscuit dough into quarters and scatter them in a single layer in the bottom of the casserole dish. Now top the biscuits with browned sausage and sprinkle with half the shredded cheese. Then in a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the cream. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese. Then top with the homemade gravy and the rest of the shredded cheese. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes.
Recipe notes and helpful tips
- I like to use Pillsbury Grands biscuits, but refrigerated uncooked ones work.
- The gravy can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- I add about 1/2 cup of the crumbled cooked sausage to the gravy to add flavor and make the casserole even more aesthetically pleasing.
- Use any kind of bulk pork sausage. My family and I personally love the taste of Jimmy Dean All Natural.
- If the gravy becomes too thick, add a couple of tablespoons of milk at a time to thin it out.
- Feel free to switch up the cheese with cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or Gouda.
- The casserole is done when it is puffed up, the eggs are set, and it is lightly browned on the top.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, cool the casserole completely. Cover well with several layers of plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight. Cover with aluminum foil and warm at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.
Can this casserole be prepared in advance?
Prepare this casserole up to 24 hours in advance. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator. 40 minutes before baking, remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature. Remove the plastic wrap and bake according to the recipe directions.
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Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
The best Biscuits and Gravy casserole made with homemade gravy, creamy eggs, biscuits, and cheese. This is always a huge hit with friends and family. Make up to 24 hours in advance for your next leisurely weekend brunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: breakfast
- Method: bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground pork sausage (see notes)
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 1 (8 count) tube refrigerated biscuits like Grands
- 6 large eggs
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded Colby cheese or cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9×13-inch pan.
- Brown the sausage. Add the crushed red pepper to the sausage in the last few minutes of cooking. Once browned, set aside for a few minutes.
- In a heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for several minutes, whisking constantly. Slowly whisk in the milk, salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Simmer until thickened, whisking frequently. Add 1/2 cup of cooked sausage mixture to the gravy and stir to combine.
- Cut the biscuits into quarters and scatter them in a single layer in the bottom of the casserole dish. Top the biscuits with browned sausage and half the cheese. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the cream. Pour the egg mixture over the cheese. Top with the homemade gravy and the rest of the cheese. Bake uncovered for about 30-35 minutes or until the casserole is lightly browned and puffy, and the eggs are set.
Notes
- I like to use Pillsbury Grands biscuits, but refrigerated uncooked ones work.
- The gravy can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- I add about 1/2 cup of the crumbled cooked sausage to the gravy to add flavor and make the casserole even more aesthetically pleasing.
- Use any kind of bulk pork sausage. My family and I personally love the taste of Jimmy Dean All Natural.
- If the gravy becomes too thick, add a couple of tablespoons of milk at a time to thin it out.
- Feel free to switch up the cheese with cheddar, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or Gouda.
- The casserole is done when it is puffed up, the eggs are set, and it is lightly browned on the top.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, cool the casserole completely. Cover well with several layers of plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight. Cover with aluminum foil and warm at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.
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Lori Guse
This casserole is so delicious, we’ve had it before at family breakfast gatherings and I made it myself for the first time. I used Jimmy Dean sage sausage, but think we would prefer the natural sausage. I’m going to try freezing part of it for next weekend! Thank you for the delicious recipe with easy to follow instructions!
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Beth Pierce
You are most welcome, Lori! I am so glad that you and your family enjoyed it!
Sarah
Enjoyed this for dinner last night and it was a savory success! Hearty and delicious; definitely, a new favorite recipe! My whole family loved it!
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dina
This was a major hit last weekend when we visited family! Thank you for this recipe!
Beth Pierce
That is awesome, Dina!
Suja md
This looks amazing and such a treat! Thank you!
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Elizabeth
This would be a great recipe to bring to the next brunch I attend. I love cheese, so this recipe hits the spot!
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MJ
Love how easy this is to make and how yummy and super satisfying it is! Will make it again for sure.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks, MJ!
Amanda
I tried this casserole from a friend who made and it was great. I had to try it myself. As a southern gal with a very southern grandmother, this ain’t the way we make gravy. Once the sausage is cooked, you can spoon some of it out to set aside for the casserole but KEEP the grease. Then in the same pan, add your flour there. Once it’s cooked a minute or so, then add your milk. All the flavor from the sausage grease will flavor your gravy so much more than just creating it with butter. Trust me. I love this recipe though but I had to make that change.
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Karen
This was so yummy and incredibly easy to make, this is the best comfort food breakfast ever. Thanks for sharing!
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Lasonia
This looks really good. I have never been much of a fan of biscuits and gravy, but this casserole is making me change my mind. I think I am going to attempt to make this.
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Julie
This biscuits and gravy recipe is the perfect comfort food!!! So yummy!!! Thanks for the awesome recipe.
Beth Pierce
You are most welcome! Enjoy!
Rose Ann Sales
Wow! This looks like a really great recipe to try! It looks absolutely delicious and tasty!
Alita Pacio
I love this casserole. I can make this for large holiday gatherings or just a simple Sunday morning breakfast.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks, Alita! So glad that you like the breakfast dish!
Nyxie
This looks amazing! I’m not sure what biscuits are but I’d like to try them. I think we just call them ‘scones’ here but I’m not sure. If so, I would love to try them in this recipe!
Stephania
Does it matter if you use self rising or plain flour? Thank you!
Beth Pierce
Do not use self-rising flour.
Jess
Hi,
Can this be doubled for a larger group?
Beth Pierce
Yes, it can! Enjoy!
Instantlino Pressurez
Looks creamy. Can’t wait to try this out this weekend. Bookmarking this.
Lori
Excellent flavor. Crowd pleaser. But would suggest adding (drain the sausage) to the directions. I didn’t do that and it took longer to set bc of so much juice.
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Beth Pierce
Gotcha. Thanks for the tip.
Tricia
Lol most people know to drain grease.
Anna
Just made this and it is my new favorite, go-to brunch meal. Plus I can always switch out meat sausage for vegan sausage for a vegetarian version. This was very very easy to make and so perfect for a holiday breakfast.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Anna! I hope you had a nice holiday!
Alex
This sounds so good! I’m planning on making it on Christmas. I saw a comment you can make it up to the night before.. would you wait to add the gravy until you’re ready to bake or just refrigerate it all together?
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Beth Pierce
Fully assemble the casserole with everything, including the gravy. Cover and refrigerate overnight. It will require about 15-20 minutes more baking time. Cover with aluminum foil for the first 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and finish baking. Merry Christmas!
Staci
Can this be made in the crockpot?
Beth Pierce
I hesitate to say yes because of the humidity in a crock pot.
Jessica
I made this as directed, it was delicious!!! I’m wondering if it can be made in a crockpot?
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Beth Pierce
I do not know the answer to that as I have never tried.
katrina m kroeplin
this looks amazing. i will def have to make it. i know my fam would love.
Dominique
This is one of may favorite comfort food recipes. It is SO Good!!
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Sonia Seivwright
I love this so much. So creamy and delicious!
Marysa
That’s such a fun idea for a casserole! Sounds like a great comfort food dish.
Rosey
Girl, this is my kind of recipe. Just what the doctor ordered for Thanksgiving morning! We get a little hungry because the meal takes so long to cook but this will be a delight for everyone.
beyza
It was so delicious! Thanks for the great recipe!
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beyza
It looks very delicious
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Khushboo
Such a great classic recipe. Perfect for those lone weekend mornings!
Yeah Lifestyle
This was absolutely yummy! My whole family really enjoyed it. The perfect dish during Autumn months as well
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Tammy
The ultimate form of comfort food! This was so delicious! I could go for a big old helping of this right now.
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Indu Indra
Biscuits and gravy casserole, something new to offer to my taste buds this Sunday.
Melanie E
What a great recipe. The family really really enjoyed it. We loved that it’s nice and cheesy.
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Yaya
Another delicious recipe that is perfect for this season! Thanks for sharing.
Kacie Morgan
It always amuses how us Brits call cookies, sweet bakes etc. ‘biscuits’, while it means an entirely different thing in the US. I would like to sample the American version.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks, Kacie! Enjoy!
Samantha Donnelly
This sounds an amazing recipe that my family would love, we don’t get biscuits in the UK and I loved them when we visited I wish we could get them here
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Jan
Really easy to.make from scratch
Marysa
I haven’t made any kind of casserole in ages. This sounds delicious, and fun too!
Luna S
This looks perfect for a chilly night! I love Biscuits & gravy but have never thought about making it into a casserole before. I will have to try this out soon.
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Sara Ross
So good, the whole family loved it! Will definitely be adding this to our menu options!
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Beth Pierce
Thanks, Sara! So glad that you and family loved it!
Alexandra Cunningham
Super excited to try this since its in my oven currently cooking!
Beth Pierce
Thanks! I hope you enjoyed it.
Blair Villanueva
This recipe looks delicious and I reckon my family and foodie friends will enjoy this delicious dish. You always have a good recipe.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Blair! Enjoy!
Kelly Bolen
This was a delicious and hearty breakfast! I will make it again when we have overnight guests!
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Pooja
wow! this sounds so amazing and looks tasty. Will try this recipe today itself. Thanks for the share.
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Marysa
What a hearty casserole! I haven’t made casserole in ages and it is nice to have an easy recipe to try.
Melanie E
This sounds like a great dish to give the kids. Mine looooove gravy. We’ve not tried biscuits so it would be nice to try something new.
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Tweenselmom
I made this casserole and it was so yummy! A new family favorite. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
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Christine
Wow! This casserole was absolutely delicious! My whole family enjoyed it. We will make it again. Thank you!
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Stephanie
This is amazing! I love biscuits and gravy, but this is so much easier. I had never thought to put cheese on it before making the casserole.
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Stephanie! So glad that you liked the casserole!
Amber
Has anyone tested making the recipe in a muffin pan to be able to freeze individual portions?
Judy Bejma
Can this be used for dinner?
Beth Pierce
Yes of course! Enjoy!
Mila
How delicious! I can’t wait to try this – very wholesome
Fransic verso
This is is a great recipe. I love to serve it for special occasions and holiday brunches. This time of year I serve it with your delicious summer fruit salad.
Neely Moldovan
Sounds like a delish southern meal! I would be all over this!
Myyellowapron
I love this! Thanks for the great recipe. I am going to make it again for Father’s Day!
Rosey
Biscuits and gravy are a family favorite. Turning them into a casserole is such a good idea! Pinning it.
Ivan Carlo Jose
That was really good! It’s a great breakfast that the family enjoyed. Thanks for sharing!
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briannemanz
This is an easy breakfast dish made with homemade gravy, creamy eggs, biscuits, and cheese. This breakfast casserole is a must-make for any occasion. My family loves it!
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Cristina Petrini
We love this easy breakfast casserole. We make it at least once a month for Sunday brunch.
Bedabrata Chakraborty
I love this recipe. It is five stars!
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Bedabrata Chakraborty
I love casseroles and your recipe reads so interesting. The photograph makes my mouth water. However do you think there can be a vegetarian version of this dish? I would love to try that too.
Krystle
Super creamy and dare I say even better than the original biscuits and gravy. We make it for brunch often.
Angie
Holy smokes! I made this tonight was better than I thought, I was kinda iffy putting it together, but the final product amazing
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Angie! So happy that you liked the casserole!
Karen
Can this be made ahead?
Beth Pierce
Yes up to the night before!
Brianna
I’ve made this before and it’s always a hit. I wonder if it can be made with home made from scratch, biscuits. Has anyone ever tried?
Thanks in advance!
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Beth Pierce
Yes you can. Here are my Homemade Biscuits
Leah
Flavor was delicious. I added seasoned salt, garlic powder, and more black pepper to the gravy. The biscuits did not bake out in 35 minutes, though, which ruined the whole thing. Will try again with a longer cook time.
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Melissa Cushing
This is the recipe for me and I have already pinned this one to add to my breakfast Pinterest board as I want to make this for my family. I love biscuits and gravy so this is just fantastic! This looks so good and can’t wait to try!
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Abida
I must say that you’re an awesome cook
mel
I have never had a dish like this before but it sure looks very nice! I am tempted to give this recipe a try!
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jenn @ EngineerMommy
I love a good casserole. This sounds like such a delicious, easy to make recipe.
Rose Ann Sales
Oh my! This is such a really amazing recipe! It look so good! I know my husband would love this so much!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Rose Ann! Enjoy!!
Richelle Milar
Wow! That looks absolutely delicious and tasty! I would really love to try this recipe!
Kathy
Yum, this sounds amazing. I love biscuits and gravy. I’ve never tried it as a casserole like this though. I will have to try it out.
Melissa Dixon
This looks like something my entire family would love. They are big fans od biscuits and gravy so this ought to be a hit.
MELANIE EDJOURIAN
This type of dish is totally new to me. My version of biscuits is a sweet treat.
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Sandy N Vyjay
This is a wonderful meal option for breakfast and a really scrumptious start to the day. It is a complete meal in itself and my family loves it!
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Gervin Khan
This is such a delicious and easy breakfast recipe to make for everyone. Thanks for sharing!
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Alison
We are a family that loves biscuits and gravy. I am sure we will enjoy it even more so in casserole form.
Terri Steffes
I have a similar recipe and it is divine. My family asks for it often!
Amber Myers
I’d eat so many of these. I just love biscuits. Looks amazing.
Lisa Charleston
Yes! My whole family loved this. I am going to make it again this weekend.
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Thena Franssen
What a great recipe! I can’t wait to make this for the family for breakfast. Perfect for the holiday break.
Veronika Sykorova
Yum! You can never go wrong with a good casserole. This one sounds delicious!
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Autumn Murray
Yum to the yum! I just pinned this recipe to make for my husband. He loves biscuits and gravy. Thank you!
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Leah H
This is absolutely delicious!!! My husband said that it was the best breakfast dish he’s had and asked me to make it again for him. It was so easy to make too. We will be making again and again!
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Beth Pierce
Thanks Leah! So glad that you and your husband liked it!
Elise Ho
It’s so interesting to me to think about how folks decided to start popping gravy on top of a biscuit. I can see why it’s stuck around though
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Rachel
Can this entire casserole be prepared and put together and stored in the fridge the night before? And then baked the next morning?
Beth Pierce
Yes it can.
Eileen M Loya
I have to make this for the hubby. He has mentioned this a few days back and I am glad I came across your recipe!
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Dani Torr
I’ve never tried biscuits in a casserole but it sounds amazing. I used to make a casserole with breadcrumbs, but biscuits sound like it would give the casserole more depth in flavor. Will definitely try this!
Brianne
This is one of my comfort foods. It’s also an easy recipe that delights my guests
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Bill
This has to be the best thing I’ve ever seen in my life. Biscuits and gravy in casserole form? Genius.
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Christine
These look so good! Might try these for the holidays 🙂
Dan
How do the biscuits cook ?
Beth Pierce
They cook just fine.
debra p
There’s nothing like comfort food to make everyone happy! My family would love this.
Tara Pittman
This is a favorite of my middle son. I will have to make it when he comes home from school.
Diane
Absolutely a 5⭐️ casserole. Easy prep day before allowed timely baking in the morning. Then traveled over an hour to share with family. Popped in oven 10 mins just for quick re-heat. Yes, lots of rave reviews and a new favorite of the family.
Beth Pierce
Thanks so much Diane! So glad that everyone liked it!!
Baltisraul
Mine is just slightly different in that I use 8 count Pillsbury refrigerated rolls and not biscuits. Cut also in quarters and placed around the outer ring of a 10″ iron skillet. ( you sorta gotta pack them in around the edges) All else is the same. Just pour mixture in the middle and bake.
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Cathy
Such a perfect breakfast casserole!
Cinderella
I was wondering if you could cook the sausage and put it aside and then make the gravy in your pan that you used for your sausage and get all those yummies from the sausage!? Cinderella
Beth Pierce
Yes you most certainly can.
Amanda Livesay
This is our favorite weekend breakfast! The whole family loves it.
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Krystle
I always get biscuits and gravy when I go out to eat. This is such a delicious and easy breakfast to make at home. I like it more than the dish it is based off it I think!
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Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert
These Biscuits and Gravy Casserole look outstanding!!
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Beti | easyweeknightrecipes
This looks absolutely amazing! My family would really enjoy it!
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katerina @ diethood.com
Oh wow, this is such an amazing casserole! I can’t wait to try it!
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Catalina
I would like to wake up with this casserole tomorrow! Love how creamy it is!
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Erik
So classic can’t go wrong with this!
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Amanda
This looks fantastic! I am really looking forward to trying this one out!
Angela
Oh my heaven. A great comfort food breakfast – nothing like biscuits and gravy. I plan to make this ahead of time and pop in the oven next time – I appreciate your make-ahead information.
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Tara
This casserole looks absolutely fantastic!! I can definitely see why it is a favorite. So many amazing flavors.
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Keri Bevan
Oh my gosh, this biscuits and gravy casserole is the ultimate comfort food. We all loved it! Thank you for another great recipe!
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Jen
Such delicious comfort food! I love that I can make this casserole in advance then just slide it into the oven on a weekend morning.
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Emily
This Biscuits and Gravy Casserole is the perfect make ahead dish for a crowd! So easy to make for brunches and holiday gatherings, or when out of town friends and family come to visit Thank you for sharing the recipe, this one will be on rotation!
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Nathan
This casserole looks absolutely fantastic! Huge fan of biscuits and gravy so I’ll definitely be making this, I’m always looking for breakfast and brunch ideas!
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