Country Style Breakfast Sausage

Start your morning right with this savory and satisfying Country Style Breakfast Sausage recipe! Made with ground pork and an irresistible blend of herbs and spices like sage, thyme, nutmeg, and a touch of cayenne for optional heat, these homemade sausage patties are bursting with flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep, you'll create a hearty, protein-packed breakfast staple that's perfect for pairing with fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, or buttery toast. Whether you're meal prepping or cooking for a weekend brunch, these golden-brown sausages, cooked to perfection in a skillet, bring a rustic, homemade charm to your table. Say goodbye to store-bought and enjoy the fresh, bold taste of this easy breakfast delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp sage (dried, rubbed)
• 0.5 tsp thyme (dried)
• 0.25 tsp nutmeg (ground)
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.125 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tsp white sugar
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, kosher salt, black pepper, sage, thyme, nutmeg, paprika, cayenne pepper (if desired), sugar, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 2

Using clean hands or a spatula, mix all the ingredients together thoroughly until the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Step 3

Add the cold water and mix again to ensure the sausage mixture remains moist and well-combined.

Step 4

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty about 3 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. Place the patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet for easy handling.

Step 5

Preheat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the pan with nonstick cooking spray or a small amount of neutral oil.

Step 6

Cook the sausage patties in batches, about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden-brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 160°F / 71°C).

Step 7

Remove the patties from the skillet and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess grease.

Step 8

Serve the sausage patties immediately with eggs, toast, or any of your favorite breakfast sides. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(40.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	32.4

Total Fat 0.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 593.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 4.5g
Protein 0.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 25.9mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 75.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.3%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 79.4%