Obviously, Wednesdays were my favorite. Bed bums unite! My best friend Danielle and I had a standard late-start routine: Sleep in.Roll out of bed.Go to our local donut shop.Order biscuits and gravy. (Yes, B+G at a donut shop.)Devour biscuits and gravy in the car on our way to school.Roll into school with a buddha belly. Life, was, good.It’s been awhile since I’ve had a proper plate of biscuits and gravy, but oh how I miss it. The flaky biscuits slathered in the thick, creamy gravy – swoon. It was due time I tried my hand at a vegan version.
Origins of Biscuits and Gravy
Soft, flaky biscuits are believed to be a pre-Civil War Southern creation that may have been initially inspired by British biscuits. The combination of biscuits and gravy, however, wasn’t invented until the revolutionary war. It was created as an affordable, hearty breakfast and is now enjoyed as a staple throughout the Southern states and beyond!
How to Make Vegan Biscuits and Gravy
This recipe requires just 30 minutes total. Just whip up your gravy while your biscuits are baking away. If you’ve never made mushroom gravy, get ready to fall in love. The mushrooms provide a hearty, almost meaty texture and flavor, while the walnuts add extra protein and bite. And, just like my dad taught me, don’t forget a hearty shake of pepper for a bit of heat. Mmm. Just look at that tall stack of goodness just waiting to be covered in gravy. Hello breakfast. I am swooning over this recipe. It’s: WarmSavoryHeartyFlakyComforting& Simple This makes the perfect special weekend breakfast, or hearty “breakfast for dinner.” Bonus? If you have leftover biscuits you should totally slather them in vegan butter and jam. Trust me – serious win. If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment and rate it – it’s super helpful! And don’t forget to take a picture and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram! We love seeing what you come up with. Cheers, friends!
