Breakfast Sausage Patties
Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 1 tsp dried sage
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs optional, for binding
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with all the seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, sage, thyme).
- If desired, add breadcrumbs to help bind the patties. Mix well with your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter. You should get approximately 10-12 patties.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the patties to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F or 71°C).
- Transfer the cooked patties to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with eggs, pancakes, or your favorite breakfast sides.
Notes
- Double Check! Be sure you’re using pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling, which has spices and will be overpowering.
- Measure accurately. Use the spoon and level method for measuring flour to ensure you use the right amount.
- Don’t skip the paper towels. If you add the pumpkin right out of the can, it’ll be too wet.