In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up into small crumbles as it browns.

Cook until the sausage is fully browned and a little crispy.

Sprinkle the flour over the sausage.

Stir and cook until the flour absorbs into the sausage grease and forms a paste—this is your gravy base!

Slowly pour in the milk while continuously stirring.

Keep stirring until all the milk is incorporated and the gravy starts to thicken.

Stir in the maple syrup for a subtle sweetness that balances the spicy sausage.

Continue cooking until the gravy reaches your desired creamy consistency.

Season with salt and plenty of black pepper to taste.

Serve hot over split biscuits and enjoy every bite!