Best 6 Best Homemade Breakfast Sausage Recipes

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Cooking a delectable breakfast sausage at home can be an art that offers satisfaction, control over ingredients, and the flexibility to customize flavors. Whether it's for a family brunch, a weekend treat, or even a hearty on-the-go breakfast, creating the best homemade breakfast sausage requires careful consideration of ingredients, seasonings, and cooking techniques. Embark on a delicious journey as we explore the secrets of crafting the ultimate homemade breakfast sausage, offering tips, tricks, and insights to elevate your breakfast experience to new heights.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BREAKFAST SAUSAGE



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Makes a delicious, homemade breakfast sausage using ground pork and an assortment of spices.

Provided by Lee Fogle

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons dried sage
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
1 tablespoon brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch ground cloves
2 pounds ground pork

Steps:

  • In a small, bowl, combine the sage, salt, ground black pepper, marjoram, brown sugar, crushed red pepper and cloves. Mix well.
  • Place the pork in a large bowl and add the mixed spices to it. Mix well with your hands and form into patties.
  • Saute the patties in a large skillet over medium high heat for 5 minutes per side, or until internal pork temperature reaches 160 degrees F (73 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 861.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

HOMEMADE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 10 to 12 patties

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds ground pork
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons rubbed sage
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Serving suggestion: eggs or pancakes

Steps:

  • Place the pork in a large bowl and add the brown sugar, sage, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Mix well using your hands. Form patties from heaping 1/4 cups of the mixture, about 1/3-inch thick.
  • Melt the butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the sausage patties in two batches until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, about 5 minutes per side. Serve warm with eggs or pancakes. (See Cook's Note.)

BREAKFAST SAUSAGE



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Make a batch of Alton Brown's homemade Breakfast Sausage for Food Network.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 2 pounds or 16 (2-inch) patties

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds pork butt (2 1/2 pounds with bone), diced into 1/4-inch pieces
1/2 pound fat back, diced into 1/4-inch pieces
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage leaves
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine diced pork with all other ingredients and chill for 1 hour. Using the fine blade of a grinder, grind the pork. Form into 1-inch rounds. Refrigerate and use within 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. For immediate use, saute patties over medium-low heat in a non-stick pan. Saute until brown and cooked through, approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

HOMEMADE OVEN-BAKED BREAKFAST SAUSAGE



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Simple homemade breakfast sausage that is baked instead of fried for a healthier option. Bonus is no grease splatter and cleanup is minimal.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Ground Pork Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

aluminum foil
1 pound ground pork
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground paprika
½ teaspoon ground marjoram
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Combine ground pork, sage, salt, paprika, marjoram, pepper, onion powder, and thyme in a bowl; mix until evenly combined. Form mixture into 10 small patties and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Flip and cook until internal temperature is at least 160 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 255.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HOMEMADE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE PATTIES



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Buttermilk is the "secret" ingredient that keeps these pork patties moist, while a blend of seasonings creates a wonderful taste.-Harvey Keeney, Mandan, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 20 patties.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup buttermilk
2-1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper
3/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
3/4 teaspoon dried savory
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2-1/2 pounds ground pork

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Add pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into twenty 3-in. patties., In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook patties in batches over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 5-6 minutes on each side. Remove to paper towels to drain. Freeze option: Wrap each cooked, cooled patty; transfer to an airtight container. May be frozen for up to 3 months. To use, unwrap patties and place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° until heated through, about 15 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.

HOMEMADE BREAKFAST SAUSAGE



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You can tweak with the spices according to your personal tastes, I like mine with a good sage taste.After its all mixed you can fry a tiny patty about a Tabls. and taste it and maybe you want to add more of something, just make it your own!

Provided by RECIPE ADDICT

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground pork
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons sage
1 3/4 teaspoons thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon savory
1 teaspoon fennel
1/4 teaspoon dried mustard
1/8 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • Put all the spices in a small bowl and mix them up with your fingers.
  • Work it into the pork after sprinkling it all over the meat. Try not to mash it around too much, otherwise the sausage will be too tight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.6, Fat 32.3, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 109, Sodium 860.9, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.1, Protein 25.8

Tips for Making the Best Homemade Breakfast Sausage:

  • Choose high-quality pork: Opt for a blend of pork shoulder and pork butt for a juicy and flavorful sausage.
  • Grind the meat coarsely: This will give the sausage a more rustic texture.
  • Use a variety of seasonings: Common seasonings include sage, fennel, garlic, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite flavor profile.
  • Mix the seasonings thoroughly: Make sure the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat mixture.
  • Chill the sausage before cooking: This will help it hold its shape better.
  • Cook the sausage over medium heat: This will help prevent it from drying out.
  • Do not overcook the sausage: Overcooked sausage will be dry and tough.
  • Let the sausage rest before serving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the sausage, making it more flavorful.

Conclusion:

Homemade breakfast sausage is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own breakfast sausage that is sure to impress your family and friends. So, next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful breakfast, give this homemade breakfast sausage recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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