Sweet Venison Maple Breakfast Sausage Recipes

If you’re looking to elevate your breakfast game, there’s nothing quite like making your own homemade breakfast sausage. It’s flavorful, customizable, and surprisingly easy to whip up! Plus, the aroma wafting through your kitchen will have everyone up and ready to dig into a delicious morning feast. Let’s dive into this wonderful recipe!

Delicious Homemade Breakfast Sausage

This breakfast sausage is perfect for serving alongside pancakes, scrambled eggs, or your favorite breakfast potatoes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a savory dish that will impress your family and friends.

Homemade Breakfast Sausage ### Ingredients

1 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon maple syrup (for a hint of sweetness; optional)

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the ground pork with all the spices: brown sugar, salt, black pepper, sage, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, nutmeg, garlic powder, and onion powder. If you’re using maple syrup for a bit of sweetness, add that as well.
Using your hands or a wooden spoon, mix the ingredients together until they are well combined. Be careful not to overwork the mixture, as it can make the sausage tough.
Once mixed, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the sausage mixture for at least an hour. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
After the mixture has chilled, shape the sausage into patties or leave it bulk for crumbling. If you prefer slider-sized patties, aim for about 2-3 inches in diameter.
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage patties, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F.
Serve your homemade breakfast sausage hot, alongside eggs, toast, or atop a delicious breakfast sandwich.

Enjoy your meal and the satisfying feeling of having created something delicious from scratch!