Biscuits and Gravy

1. For the biscuits, mix the flour with the baking powder and salt, then rub in the cold butter.

2. Bring together quickly with the milk – the less you work it, the shorter the texture.

3. Roll to a finger's thickness, cut out rounds and bake at 200°C for 12-14 minutes.

4. For the gravy, squeeze the sausage out of its skins and fry, breaking it into small pieces.

5. Sprinkle over the remaining flour, stir, then pour in the milk and cream.

6. Simmer until thick, season generously with pepper, and spoon over the warm split biscuits.

Tip: A classic breakfast of the American South. The generous grind of black pepper is not optional – it defines the gravy.