Homemade Cheddar Cayenne Biscuits with Savory Sausage Mushroom Gravy - Recipe By Me

Ingredients

• 2 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 113g unsalted butter, melted and cooled to room temperature
• 1 cup cold buttermilk
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
• 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
• 450g ground pork breakfast sausage
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 large shallot, finely chopped
• 225g baby bella mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 60ml chicken stock
• 500ml milk
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped (for garnish)