Ah, classic breakfast sausage — perfect for morning plates, casseroles, or just devouring straight from the pan 😏🍴
Here’s a simple homemade version that’s flavorful and juicy.
🍳 Homemade Breakfast Sausage
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground pork (or mix pork + turkey)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried sage (classic flavor)
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for color & flavor)
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp brown sugar (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Mix the meat
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Mix thoroughly but gently — overmixing can make sausage tough.
2️⃣ Form patties or links
- For patties: shape into 2–3 inch rounds.
- For links: roll into small logs.
3️⃣ Cook
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side until browned and internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C).
- For links, cook 10–12 minutes, turning often.
4️⃣ Serve
- Classic with eggs, pancakes, or breakfast sandwiches.
- Can also crumble into pasta, soups, or casseroles.
🔥 Tips & Variations
- Spicy: Add cayenne or crushed red pepper
- Sweet & maple: Add 1–2 tsp maple syrup
- Herby: Try rosemary, thyme, or fennel seeds
- Make ahead: Freeze formed patties for quick mornings
If you want, I can give a super-easy 5-minute skillet version that tastes like diner sausage. Want me to do that?
