Homemade Beef Breakfast Sausages Recipe

Introduction

Start your morning with these flavorful homemade beef breakfast sausages. They are easy to make, packed with warm spices, and perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch. Enjoy the fresh taste of simple ingredients combined into a classic sausage patty.

Ingredients

• 2 tsp. brown sugar
• 1 ½ tsp. dried sage
• 1 ½ tsp. salt
• ½ tsp. black pepper
• ⅛ tsp. garlic powder
• ⅛ tsp. dried thyme
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• Pinch cloves
• ¼ cup water
• 1 lb. ground beef

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, sage, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, cayenne, and cloves. Stir in the water until the mixture is well blended.
2. Step 2: Add the ground beef to the bowl and mix with your hands just until the ingredients are combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the sausages tender.
3. Step 3: Spread the beef mixture evenly onto a baking sheet or large plate to about ½ inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter, glass, or jar (2.5 to 3 inches wide) to cut out circle-shaped patties. Transfer each patty to a plate. Gather the remaining meat, spread it out again, and continue cutting patties until all the meat is used.
4. Step 4: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage patties and cook until they are well browned on the bottom, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until browned, another 3-4 minutes.
5. Step 5: Check a patty by cutting into it to ensure no pink remains inside. Once cooked through, remove the patties from the skillet and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

• For extra moisture, you can substitute half the water with apple cider or chicken broth.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicier sausage.
• Try ground pork or a mix of beef and pork for a different flavor and texture.
• Cooking the patties on medium heat helps prevent burning while ensuring they cook evenly inside.

Storage

Store cooked sausages in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them gently in a skillet or microwave until warmed through. For longer storage, freeze cooked patties in a single layer, then transfer to a sealed bag; they keep well for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen with a bit of extra cooking time.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sausages ahead of time?

Yes, you can form the patties ahead and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before cooking. This helps let the flavors meld even more.

What if I don’t have a cookie cutter for shaping the patties?

No problem! You can simply shape the patties by hand into rounds or ovals approximately 2.5 to 3 inches wide and about ½ inch thick.