Here’s a simple and delicious homemade breakfast sausage recipe — juicy, flavorful, and perfect for patties, links, or crumbles. 🍳🌿
You can make it mild or spicy depending on your preference.
🍖 Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties
Ingredients
Makes about 8 patties
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1 lb (450 g) ground pork (or a mix of pork and turkey for leaner version)
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp dried sage
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½ tsp dried thyme
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½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, adds depth)
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¼ tsp red pepper flakes or cayenne (optional, for a bit of heat)
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1 tsp brown sugar or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
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1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
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1–2 tbsp cold water (helps bind the meat)
Instructions
1. Mix the sausage
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In a bowl, combine all ingredients with the ground pork.
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Mix gently with your hands or a spoon until just combined — don’t overwork, or it will get tough.
2. Shape into patties
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Divide mixture into 8 equal portions.
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Shape each portion into a 2–3 inch round patty, about ½ inch thick.
3. Cook
Option A — Stove:
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Heat a skillet over medium heat.
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Add patties (no oil needed if using fatty pork).
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Cook 3–4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through (internal temp 160°F / 71°C).
Option B — Oven:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Place patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Bake 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through.
🌿 Tips
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For links, shape the mixture into small logs and wrap in parchment before twisting ends.
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Can be made ahead and frozen raw — just thaw and cook.
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Swap pork for chicken or turkey for a leaner sausage.
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Add a touch of maple syrup or apple for a slightly sweet breakfast sausage, like what you find in diners.
If you want, I can also give a spicy Southern-style breakfast sausage version with cayenne, paprika, and sage — it’s got more kick and flavor depth.
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