Description
Start your day with the best homemade breakfast sausage! Made with a savory blend of herbs, spices, and high-quality ground beef, this customizable recipe is perfect for a hearty, preservative-free breakfast. Enjoy with eggs, pancakes, or toast for a delicious morning meal.
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Ground sage
- Dried thyme
- Paprika
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Brown sugar
- Cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasoning: Combine salt, black pepper, ground sage, thyme, paprika, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- Season the Meat: Sprinkle the seasoning mix over ground beef in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly.
- Add Water: Pour in cold water and mix gently to retain moisture.
- Shape the Sausage: Form the meat into patties or leave as crumbles. Shape patties into 1/2-inch thick discs.
- Cook: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side or cook crumbles until browned.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with your favorite breakfast sides.
Notes
- Variations: Substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken for a leaner version. Add more spices like chili powder for heat or fennel seeds for a unique flavor twist.
- Storage: Refrigerate cooked sausages in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze raw or cooked sausages for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a skillet or microwave for quick enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: American
