Description
This Maple and Rosemary Breakfast Sausage is a delightful homemade pork sausage patty infused with the sweetness of pure maple syrup and the fresh, aromatic flavor of rosemary. Perfect for breakfast, these patties are easy to prepare, cook quickly on the stovetop, and bring a comforting balance of savory and sweet to your morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Breakfast Sausage Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground pork
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, pure maple syrup, chopped fresh rosemary, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, and ground sage. Use your hands to mix thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
- Form Patties: Divide the sausage mixture into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a small patty approximately 2 to 3 inches in diameter, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
- Heat Skillet: Place a large skillet on the stovetop and heat it over medium heat until hot enough for cooking.
- Cook Patties: Cook the sausage patties in batches as needed to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each patty for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until the patties are nicely browned and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to verify the internal temperature reaches 160°F for safe consumption.
- Drain and Serve: Once cooked, transfer the patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Serve the sausage patties warm, ideally as part of a hearty breakfast.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, refrigerate the sausage mixture for at least 1 hour before cooking to let the seasonings meld.
- The sausage patties can be made in advance and frozen either raw or cooked, making them convenient for quick breakfasts.
