Breakfast sausage is a savory blend of pork and seasonings, including thyme, sage, and cloves. It’s the perfect combination of spices to pair with ground pork or turkey!
This recipe makes enough seasoning to mix with 5 lbs of ground turkey or pork. It uses simple seasonings you’re likely to have on hand and takes just 5 minutes to make!
What Is Breakfast Sausage?
Breakfast sausage is typically made with ground pork and savory seasonings. It’s often served as a breakfast item along with other staples like eggs and toast. Breakfast sausage typically has a touch of sweetness and is flavored with sage, thyme, garlic powder, cloves, and salt and pepper.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- brown sugar
- dried thyme
- dried sage
- ground cloves
- garlic powder
- optional red pepper flakes
- salt
- black pepper
(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)
How to Make Breakfast Sausage Seasoning
- In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients and whisk until blended.
- Mix the spice blend with 5 lbs of uncooked ground pork or turkey.
- Store this breakfast sausage seasoning in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 months.
Is There A Difference Between Breakfast Sausage And Regular Sausage?
Some types of breakfast sausages are smaller in size when compared to other sausages. Many of the spices used to make breakfast sausage are different from the spices used to make Italian sausage, Polish sausage, and German sausages. As an example, Italian sausage features fennel as a seasoning and Polish sausage typically includes marjoram and fresh garlic.
Tips and Tricks
- This seasoning can also be used to add flavor to poultry and other meats. Try it sprinkled on potatoes or sautéed veggies!
- If you’re watching your sodium intake, reduce the amount of salt and replace it with a salt-free spice of your choice.
How Do I Make The Perfect Breakfast Sausage?
Breakfast sausage can be served as a link or as a patty. Fry the sausage in a bit of oil for about 3-5 minutes until brown on all sides. The best way to check for doneness is to use an instant-read thermometer. Pork sausage is done when the internal temperature reaches 155°F.
Breakfast Sausage Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar packed
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 5 teaspoons dried sage
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon optional red pepper flakes crushed
- 5 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine all of the ingredients and whisk until blended.
- Mix the spice blend with 5 lbs of uncooked ground pork or turkey.
- Store this breakfast sausage seasoning in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 months.
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