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Homemade Breakfast Sausage

Homemade Breakfast Sausage is a delightful blend of ground pork and spices, perfect for breakfast sandwiches or served alongside eggs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 patties
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional for sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Sauté pan or skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients to ensure an efficient cooking process.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with salt, black pepper, sage, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
  3. If you desire sweetness, add maple syrup to the mixture.
  4. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil.
  6. Add the patties to the hot skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
  7. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  8. Remove the patties from the skillet and let them rest briefly before serving.

Notes

These sausages can be customized with various spices for a unique flavor.