Homemade Breakfast Sausages Recipe
Introduction
Homemade breakfast sausages are a flavorful and satisfying way to start your day. With a simple mix of ground pork and seasoning, you can create juicy sausages tailored to your taste. Making them at home allows you to skip preservatives and enjoy fresh, delicious links.
Ingredients
- 2 and 1/2 lbs. ground pork
- 0.8 ounces (by weight) sausage seasoning
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, place the ground pork.
- Step 2: Add the sausage seasoning and water to the pork. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Step 3: Prepare your sausage stuffer according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then fill it with the meat mixture.
- Step 4: Stuff the mixture into collagen casings, twisting to form links of your desired length.
Tips & Variations
- Make your own sausage seasoning to control the flavors. Common spices include sage, thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- For a leaner option, substitute some of the pork with ground turkey or chicken.
- Chill the meat mixture before stuffing to make handling easier and improve sausage texture.
Storage
Store freshly made sausages in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to use, thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Cook sausages thoroughly before eating, either by pan-frying, baking, or grilling.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make sausage without casings?
Yes, you can shape the mixture into patties instead of stuffing into casings for an easy no-fuss breakfast sausage option.
How do I cook homemade breakfast sausages?
Cook sausages over medium heat in a skillet, turning occasionally, for about 10–12 minutes until browned and cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes.
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Homemade Breakfast Sausages Recipe
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12–15 sausage links depending on link size 1x
Description
This homemade breakfast sausage recipe offers a flavorful and juicy alternative to store-bought sausages. Made from ground pork combined with a savory sausage seasoning blend and water, these sausages can be stuffed into collagen casings and shaped into links. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they deliver authentic taste with customizable seasoning and texture.
Ingredients
Meat
- 2 and 1/2 lbs. ground pork
Seasoning
- 0.8 ounces (by weight) sausage seasoning (store-bought or homemade blend)
Other
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the meat: In a large mixing bowl, place the ground pork, ensuring it is fresh and cold for easier mixing.
- Add seasoning and water: Sprinkle the sausage seasoning over the ground pork, then pour in the water. Mix thoroughly with clean hands or a sturdy spoon until well combined and the mixture becomes sticky, which helps with binding.
- Prepare the sausage stuffer: Fit your sausage stuffer with a collagen casing. Ensure the casing is soaked in water beforehand if recommended by the supplier, and slide it carefully onto the nozzle of the stuffer.
- Stuff the sausages: Place the meat mixture into the stuffer and begin filling the casing evenly, avoiding air pockets. Once filled to your desired length, twist the casing between links to form individual sausages.
Notes
- For best results, keep the meat mixture cold throughout preparation to maintain texture and safety.
- You can make your own sausage seasoning blend using spices like sage, thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Sausages can be cooked by pan-frying, baking, or grilling after stuffing.
- Collagen casings are edible and widely available online or at butcher stores.
- If you don’t have a sausage stuffer, you can form patties or hand-roll links instead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies (not included, as this recipe focuses on preparation)
- Category: Breakfast Sausages
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade breakfast sausage, ground pork sausage, sausage seasoning, collagen casing, sausage links
