Homemade Breakfast Sausage by Adsy.Pw

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) ground pork (or a mix of pork + turkey for leaner sausage)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp brown sugar (adds a touch of sweetness)
• 1 tsp dried sage
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional
• for mild heat)
• ¼ tsp nutmeg or allspice (optional
• for warmth)

Instructions

• Combine ingredients: In a large bowl
• mix the ground pork with all seasonings. Use your hands to combine thoroughly — but don’t overmix or it will get tough. Shape the sausage: For patties: Form into 8 small rounds (about 2½–3 inches wide). For crumbled sausage: Leave loose and cook as is. Cook the sausage: Stovetop method: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add patties or crumbles and cook for 3–4 minutes per side
• until browned and cooked through (160°F / 71°C internal temp). Make-ahead tip: You can freeze uncooked patties between parchment layers for up to 2 months. Serve: Enjoy warm with eggs
• pancakes
• or inside breakfast sandwiches!