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Homemade Breakfast Sausage Recipe

September 16, 2014 by Maureen 59 Comments

Ever since I posted my recipe for American biscuits, I’ve been asked for my sausage recipe.  I’ve sent out copies to people as they requested it but it’s now time to put it on my blog so people don’t have to ask.  My apologies to all who’ve had to take the time to write to me.

I got up this morning and received the most complimentary email from Anna, a reader who’s also an expat but she lives in Croatia. She’s been longing for sausage biscuits for breakfast.  She made my biscuit recipe and was swooning but she told me I’d only done half the job.  I love it when a writer makes me laugh.

Homemade Breakfast Sausage

I’ll admit that I had a log of the sausage in the freezer and yesterday I put it in the refrigerator to thaw.  I had no excuse this morning so I whipped up some biscuits, fried up the sausage and felt so American as I stuffed the sausage and cheese biscuit in my mouth.  I was going to add egg but I couldn’t be bothered.  I’ve got several in the freezer so I’ll add egg and cheese to those.

Homemade Breakfast Sausage

5.0 from 17 reviews
Homemade Breakfast Sausage Recipe
 
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Prep time
20 mins
Total time
20 mins
 
For anyone like me who can't walk into a supermarket and buy bulk breakfast sausage meat, this is a really easy recipe to make and eat - or make and freeze.
Author: Maureen Shaw
Recipe type: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8
Ingredients
  • 1 kilogram, 2.2 pounds minced/ground pork
  • 1½ teaspoons dried sage
  • ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3 teaspoons light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1½ teaspoons pepper
  • ⅛ to ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (use more if you like it hot)
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg (preground would be just fine)
  • ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
  • pinch of ground cloves
Instructions
  1. Combine all the the ingredients but the pork in a small bowl and mix well.
  2. Place the pork in a large bowl and sprinkle over all the spices. Mix well and the best way to do that is with your hands.
  3. Form into patties and fry in a skilled on medium heat - about 5 minutes per side.
  4. OR
  5. Form into logs and roll in cling film and place in the freezer until needed.
  6. Great with this biscuit recipe.
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If you’re like me and one batch is way too many, just freeze them.  A minute in the microwave and boom, it’s breakfast.

Homemade Breakfast Sausage

 

Filed Under: Breakfast, Recipes Tagged With: American breakfast sausage

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Comments

  1. Jamie says

    September 16, 2014 at 6:25 pm

    Oh! I had never ever thought about making my own sausages but with this easy recipe I can! And the biscuits (this would be such a decadent breakfast in my house!)! I assume I could make this with maybe a mix of lamb and beef, or lamb biscuits? Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 16, 2014 at 11:11 pm

      You can make a sausage from anything you want. I wanted American sausage and biscuit so I used all pork. I would love to see your sausage recipe when you start playing with food! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Shaz T says

    September 16, 2014 at 10:01 pm

    Rissoles anyone?
    Lol! You yanks are a funny lot!

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 16, 2014 at 11:07 pm

      Rissoles are made from pork? I have never tasted a rissole in Australia that tasted like American breakfast sausage. At our house the two words You and Americans are not permitted side by side. 🙂

      Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 17, 2014 at 7:37 am

      I forgot.. I’m only half yank. I’m also a dinky di Aussie. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Bam's Kitchen says

    September 16, 2014 at 10:30 pm

    Really it is that easy? Amazing and why I have not made this before I will never know. My boys are always begging for Bob Evans (they like the spicy one) sausage and I told them they will have to wait until we go back home. Heck I might surprise this weekend with your recipe, I might add a bit of dried chill flakes just to give it a little kick. I hope you are doing well. Take Care, BAM

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 17, 2014 at 7:36 am

      I put a few flakes in mine too but I’m not happy with food that burns my lips off. 🙂

      Reply
  4. gloria says

    September 17, 2014 at 1:47 am

    Maureen! this look sooo tempting! and I love yours pictures just beautiful!

    Reply
  5. Lizzy (Good Things) says

    September 17, 2014 at 3:05 am

    Hi Maureen, these are looking very tasty… my mother always made rissoles, known in Hungarian as Fasirt. Your sausage ingredients sound truly delicious. And so simple!

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 17, 2014 at 7:34 am

      Yes, someone else mentioned yanks and rissoles. I never tasted one like this in Australia but I’m happy to call them sausage rissoles and scones. 🙂 It just doesn’t roll off the tongue in the same way. In the states, this breakfast sandwich is at every McDonald’s. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Barbara | Creative Culinary says

    September 17, 2014 at 3:59 am

    Absolutely starving now. Thanks a lot pal. 🙂

    Reply
  7. Kitchen Belleicious says

    September 17, 2014 at 4:34 am

    no way! I have never thought to make my own sausage before. Love love that you did this the sausage looks out of this world flavorful and rich

    Reply
  8. Rachel (Rachel's Kitchen NZ) says

    September 17, 2014 at 4:38 am

    Yes, I could have that for breakfast – I’m always fascinated by American sausage and biscuits.

    Reply
  9. A_Boleyn says

    September 17, 2014 at 5:41 am

    I’m stuffed from a big late lunch and peach crumble bars with coffee for dessert but I think I could manage ONE of these little sausage and biscuit treats. 🙂

    I have a couple of pound of ground pork in my freezer. I was going to make chorizo sausage. Then, I saw a recipe for an Italian sausage mix. And now this VERY tempting sausage recipe. It’s a shame that I only have 2 pounds of pork to play with.

    Reply
  10. Raymund says

    September 17, 2014 at 5:50 am

    Honestly you gave me an idea, never thought of this. Will definitely make one at home now

    Reply
  11. ann says

    September 17, 2014 at 6:31 am

    Thank you Maureen!

    Reply
  12. Tania @My Kitchen Stories says

    September 17, 2014 at 6:31 am

    Thanks for the recipe Maureen, they look delicious. Can’t wait to try

    Reply
  13. shashi charles says

    September 17, 2014 at 9:02 am

    Maureen -I must admit, I saw your post email in my inbox and almost didn’t read it as sausage so intimidates me – I always thought it was so so hard to make – but you broke it down to almost as easy as making a burger – thank you!

    Reply
  14. InTolerant Chef says

    September 17, 2014 at 9:49 am

    What a great idea to freeze these ready-made Maureen! I like breakfast shortcuts for those days when I’m in a hurry 🙂

    Reply
  15. ATasteOfMadness says

    September 17, 2014 at 9:56 am

    Why have I never thought of making my own? What an awesome idea!

    Reply
  16. michael says

    September 17, 2014 at 10:32 am

    Looks great Maureen, love sausage biscuits and without egg! I am going to give your recipe a try! 🙂 As you know here in the US we have many different fast food serving biscuits in the morning and all day!

    Reply
  17. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    September 17, 2014 at 11:38 am

    Yum, I want to eat it right now! How about breakfast for dinner?

    Reply
  18. Hotly Spiced says

    September 17, 2014 at 12:01 pm

    Yum, Maureen; these look very good and so tasty and full of flavour and what a great breakfast! It’s excellent that these freeze well and so you can have some put aside for another day. I’ve never tried an ‘American biscuit’ and I’d love to have that opportunity one day xx

    Reply
  19. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

    September 17, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    Your biscuit recipe is amazing so I can’t wait to try out the sausage recipe! 😀

    Reply
  20. Joanne T Ferguson says

    September 17, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    G’day! I can almost smell these from here Maureen and reckon your sausage would be great stuffed in a pending Thanksgiving turkey! 🙂
    Cheers! Joanne

    Reply
  21. Kate @ Babaganosh.org says

    September 17, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    Oh wow, I never thought of making sausage! I’ve always just avoided my sausage intake because I don’t want any of the nitrates/nitrites and whatever else they use to preserve meat… I had no idea it was so easy. You pictures look great, the sausage looks nice and juicy.

    I laughed at your comment about feeling American 🙂

    Reply
  22. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    September 17, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    Love this recipe and breakfast idea Maureen! My breakfasts are usually grabbed from any takeout place and quickly devoured as I rush around. You have definitely inspired me to put more thoughts into my morning meals and make breakfast myself for once!

    Reply
  23. mjskit says

    September 17, 2014 at 2:03 pm

    I haven’t had a sausage and biscuit breakfast in ages. I make my own chorizo, but haven’t made a breakfast sausage. It’s so much fun making your own sausage and yours looks like one I must try!

    Reply
  24. Krista says

    September 17, 2014 at 4:34 pm

    I’m so glad I’m not the only one who craves American breakfast food. 🙂 I could hardly believe that Bear had never tasted biscuits and gravy!! What a travesty!! 🙂 Your sausage sounds amazing. 🙂

    Reply
  25. Choc Chip Uru says

    September 17, 2014 at 6:02 pm

    These sausages look delicious, they look so lovely! My brother and dad are super touchy about their sausages but these are perfect for them!

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

    Reply
  26. Norma Chang says

    September 17, 2014 at 9:53 pm

    Had no idea sausage was so easy to make, that it freezes well is even better. Thanks for the recipe, a keeper.

    Reply
  27. Glamorous Glutton says

    September 17, 2014 at 10:47 pm

    Great recipe, now I can make a true American breakfast. Love it. GG

    Reply
  28. Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says

    September 17, 2014 at 11:29 pm

    Maureen, I always make my own breakfast sausage as it’s the only way to have sausage that’s seasoned exactly the way I like it. I love the way you’ve seasoned yours, classic herbs and spices with none in “overkill” amounts!

    Reply
  29. Maggie says

    September 17, 2014 at 11:37 pm

    This is a recipe I always wanted to learn! I had no idea it is so easy to make at home. Will definitely make a big batch and freeze them. It’s great that I can shape them according my needs. 🙂

    Reply
  30. Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says

    September 18, 2014 at 1:09 am

    Now I’m feeling pretty spoiled. I didn’t realize sausage wasn’t readily available everywhere. Your recipe looks so easy and delicious!

    Reply
  31. Judy @Savoring Today says

    September 18, 2014 at 1:09 am

    Love, love, love! I will experiment with this and use chicken thighs too. American, indeed, Maureen, you nailed it. 🙂

    Reply
  32. Liz says

    September 18, 2014 at 1:16 am

    Oh, my gosh, Bill would be thrilled if I’d make him homemade sausage! I’m going to have to treat him for the holidays…I can only imagine how fabulous it must taste!

    Reply
  33. Abbe@This is How I Cook says

    September 18, 2014 at 7:30 am

    i have a love affair with sausage an I hated it as a kid! I always tell myself I am going to make some and put it in the freezer and have yet to do it! My in laws eat these every day for breakfast only theirs come out of a box. I’d hate to spoil them!

    Reply
  34. merryn@merrynsmenu says

    September 18, 2014 at 11:06 am

    What a wonderful way to start the day Maureen. I linked back to your ‘biscuit’ recipe and noted the conflict of biscuits, cookies, scons (sic) it made my laugh. These pork sausage patties are divine and already copied to cook at home. Great photographs, with the melted cheese on top they are so desirable 😀

    Reply
  35. Gourmet Getaways says

    September 18, 2014 at 11:20 am

    Nice idea, Maureen! This dish is especially great for packed lunches, picnics or even breakfast or snack at the table. Thanks!

    Julie
    Gourmet Getaways

    Reply
  36. easyfoodsmith says

    September 18, 2014 at 1:49 pm

    This is totally new to me. Going through the ingredient list I could imagine all flavors coming together to make such wonderful sausage. I would love to have these for breakfast right away!

    Reply
  37. Glenda says

    September 19, 2014 at 1:26 am

    Maureen, this weird. It sure looks like a rissole in a scone 🙂 . It sounds good though.

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 19, 2014 at 6:04 am

      LOL that’s what it is but Yankeefied just a bit. 🙂

      Reply
  38. Tammy says

    September 19, 2014 at 3:32 am

    These breakfast biscuits have my name written all over them! 😀 …I will definitely be trying these sausage patties. Maureen I am so happy you decided to post these.

    I must say on a side note you are like the queen of breakfasts. You remember those Gordon Ramsey eggs you introduced us to a while back?? Well that has become one of my favorite Saturday morning treats 😀

    Will be pinning this to remember to make it ;D

    xo

    Reply
  39. Lell Trogdon says

    September 19, 2014 at 4:28 am

    I can vouch for this recipe as it matches the one that has been handed down in my family for a couple of generations! I am especially impressed as this is a true Southern style recipe with the mix of savory, sweet and a little bit of heat. No one ever figures out that clove is the flavor balance that sets it apart! I smiled thinking about your stash in the freezer and how much you will enjoy these!

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 19, 2014 at 6:06 am

      I’ll take your word for it. I was a transplanted Yankee in Southern land for a long time but that never makes you a native. 🙂 Now that I’m in Australia I’m probably no longer in the game. 🙂

      Reply
  40. Pat says

    September 19, 2014 at 8:17 am

    Oh, yum….I do not dare show this to my husband, he would have me making a batch of sausage, biscuits and gravy. But then you did say it is calorie-free, fat-free, right?? 🙂

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 19, 2014 at 9:54 am

      Of course. I empty out the calories of every recipe just before publishing. 🙂

      Reply
  41. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

    September 19, 2014 at 9:06 am

    Well you hit me with a new one too—–making your own sausage recipe. But you know when I am in Canada and when I was in New Zealand the sausage flavor is different. I am more use to American flavorings—duh.
    What fun to fiddle around with the flavoring. I am not sure who I thought was adding the seasonings to all the sausages—-like I couldn’t myself. Thanx—-

    Reply
  42. Roz says

    September 19, 2014 at 9:12 am

    I would LOVE to start making homemade breakfast sausage, since we eat it just about every morning! Thanks for this great recipe Maureen. I’ve been sort of MIA blogging since classes started back up. I LOVE your new look! Did you do this on your own or use a designer? I’d love to know!
    Thanks,
    Roz

    Reply
    • Maureen says

      September 23, 2014 at 1:50 am

      We bought Shay Bock’s foodie theme a while back for John to see how she was using his EasyRecipe plugin. He set that up for me and did a few tweaks and I did the header. I can’t afford a designer. I’m a food blogger. 🙂

      Reply
  43. Mary Frances says

    September 19, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    Love your sausage recipe Maureen!! Very different from mine – I use a lot of fresh herbs – so it will be a welcome change. The addition of cloves is brilliant! And by the way – love your new site layout. Very clean and beautiful!!

    Reply
  44. Eva Taylor says

    September 21, 2014 at 10:11 pm

    Our friends from Illinois would LOVE this! We’re visiting them at the end of October, so I’m definitely making this tasty treat!

    Reply
  45. Helene D'Souza says

    September 23, 2014 at 12:48 am

    I don’t think so I have ever tried breakfast sausages. They look very inviting and I wish my husband would make me those in the morning so that I can wake up with the smell. =)

    Reply
  46. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

    September 25, 2014 at 4:45 pm

    Freeze just like that? Whaaat this is SO brilliant and I haven’t known till now… You might have saved my morning routine, Maureen! I’ll have to come up with several kinds so kids won’t say no more please. 😀 Thank you Maureen, this is wonderful!!

    Reply
  47. Richard says

    November 15, 2017 at 1:59 am

    I added a 1/4 tsp. of encapsulated citric acid to your recipe and now I have rated it at a 5 star.
    Great recipe. It’s a keeper!

    Reply
  48. Larry says

    February 22, 2018 at 8:11 am

    Originally from Alabama now living in Mexico. No breakfast sausage here unless you pay ridiculous prices from a smuggler. Problem solved.

    Muchas Gracias

    Reply
  49. Chris says

    January 1, 2020 at 12:01 am

    May I ask what percentage of lean meat to fat ratio, please?

    Reply
  50. Michelle Hunter says

    February 15, 2020 at 2:12 am

    I love these when I visit my best friend in Alaska, we’re both from England but she emigrated over there 20 years ago.

    Your recipe for this and the biscuits look amazing and I’m going to try them this weekend. Hopefully I’ll have some left over to freeze too.

    Thank you for the lovely recipes on here x

    Reply

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