Seasoning for turning plain ground pork or turkey into classic breakfast sausage.

This homemade sausage seasoning blend creates a savory, aromatic breakfast sausage. The sage and thyme provide that classic breakfast sausage flavor, while black pepper and red pepper flakes add a gentle heat that builds without overwhelming. When mixed with ground pork or turkey and allowed to rest overnight, the spices fully permeate the meat, developing a rich, well-rounded flavor profile. Best used for breakfast patties, this seasoning also works excellently in breakfast casseroles, sausage gravy, or stuffing. For optimal results, form into 2-3 inch patties and cook over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through. The 20% fat content in the pork ensures juicy, flavorful results that aren’t dry or crumbly.

Ingredients (per 1 pound of ground pork or turkey)

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon mushroom powder (or msg)
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon onion powder

Directions

1. Mix all spices together in a small bowl until well combined
2. Work the seasoning mixture into 1 pound of ground pork or turkey until evenly distributed
3. For best results, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to let flavors meld
4. Form into patties or use as bulk sausage in recipes

Notes

• If you prefer a spicier sausage, increase the red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon
• For a sweeter profile, add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar
• Use fresh ground pork with about 20% fat content for best results
• This seasoning mix can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container

You can scale this recipe up or down depending on how much sausage you want to make. Just maintain the proportions of the seasonings relative to the amount of ground pork or turkey.

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