Sausage Gravy

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the breakfast sausage and break it apart with a spoon.

Cook the sausage until it's fully browned, stirring occasionally.

Add butter and vegetable shortening to the skillet and stir until melted into the sausage and drippings.

Season the sausage with salt and black pepper to your taste.

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the cooked sausage and stir to combine, cooking for about a minute to cook out the raw flour taste.

In a separate bowl, combine the evaporated milk and water.

Slowly pour the milk and water mixture into the skillet with the sausage, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the gravy comes to a simmer and thickens to your desired consistency.

Serve the sausage gravy hot, traditionally over split biscuits.