Homemade Breakfast Sausage Recipe

Start your day off right with this top-rated recipe for breakfast sausage patties. Trust me, you'll be coming back to this one again and again. Perfect for any breakfast or brunch!

Ingredients for Breakfast Sausage

This simple and delicious recipe uses ground pork seasoned with a blend of brown sugar, sage, salt, black pepper, marjoram, red pepper flakes, and cloves. These ingredients create a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy sausage thats sure to impress.

How to Cook Breakfast Sausage

These easy-to-make sausage patties come together in just 20 minutes. Follow these simple steps for a quick, flavorful breakfast!

Step 1: Season the Pork

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, sage, salt, black pepper, marjoram, red pepper flakes, and cloves. In a large bowl, add the ground pork and the spice mixture. Use your hands to combine everything thoroughly until the pork is evenly seasoned.

Step 2: Form the Patties

Divide the seasoned pork mixture into even portions and roll each portion into a ball. Then, press each ball into a flat disc shape to form patties. This recipe will make about 6 patties.

Step 3: Cook the Sausage

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties to the pan. Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. To ensure they are fully cooked, check with an instant-read thermometer. The internal temperature should reach at least 160F (71C).

What to Serve with Breakfast Sausage

These breakfast sausage patties are incredibly versatile! You can sandwich them between two warm biscuit halves for a hearty sausage biscuit. Alternatively, serve them alongside scrambled eggs, grits, waffles, or pancakes for a complete breakfast meal.

How to Store Breakfast Sausage

Store any leftover sausage patties in an airtight in the fridge. They will stay fresh for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm them up in the microwave, on the stove, or in the oven until heated through.

Can You Freeze Breakfast Sausage?

Yes, you can freeze these breakfast sausage patties. After cooking, allow them to cool completely. Then, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and place them in the freezer to flash freeze for a few hours (or overnight). Once frozen, transfer the patties to a zip-top freezer bag and label it with the date. Squeeze out the excess air, seal, and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat, microwave or bake directly from frozen until heated through.

Community Tips & Praise

"The flavor is strong and savory," says one reviewer. "I cooked scrambled eggs after draining some of the sausage grease. Just be sure to let the pan cool a bit before adding eggs to avoid burning."

"This sausage is so simple and delicious!" raves another. "I made the patties, froze them, and cooked them directly from frozen. I served them on English muffins with fried eggs for a perfect breakfast."

"I'll never buy breakfast sausage again," says a satisfied user. "Its so easy to make, and the flavor is amazing! I may even experiment with different spices in the future."

Nutrition Information

Each serving (1 patty) contains approximately:

• 409 calories
• 32g fat
• 3g carbs
• 26g protein

Each serving provides 41% of your daily fat needs and 51% of your daily protein requirement (based on a 2,000 calorie diet).