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Homemade Beef Breakfast Sausage

A hearty and flavorful homemade breakfast sausage made with ground beef, perfect for a delicious start to your day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Make sure it's cold before mixing.
  • 1 tablespoon sage Can be substituted with thyme or rosemary.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper Optional for added heat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with sage, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and crushed red pepper (if using). Use your hands to mix until all ingredients are well blended.
  2. Once mixed, take a handful of the sausage mix and form it into patties about 1/2 inch thick. You can make them any size you like, but keeping them uniform will help in cooking.
Cooking
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage patties, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
  2. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until they are brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F.
  3. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite breakfast items.

Notes

For perfect results, allow the patties to develop a golden-brown crust and store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the patties for up to 2 months.