Description
Homemade breakfast sausage is a delicious way to elevate your morning routine. With its irresistible aroma and mouthwatering flavor, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into savory patties that are perfect for any breakfast or brunch occasion. Say goodbye to store-bought sausages and embrace the joy of cooking from scratch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the counter for easy access.
- In a large bowl, mix ground pork, maple syrup, sage, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, and salt until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small patties about 1 inch thick, avoiding overworking them to maintain juiciness.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and optionally add oil. Cook each patty for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with eggs or toast for a hearty breakfast experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg