How to Make Breakfast Sausage Links: A Step-by-Step Guide
Breakfast sausage links are a classic breakfast staple that can add a touch of savory flavor to your morning meal. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, making your own breakfast sausage links can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make breakfast sausage links from scratch.
Ingredients
Before you start, gather the following ingredients:
– 2 pounds of ground pork
– 1/2 cup of pork fat (optional, for extra flavor)
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
– 1/4 teaspoon of paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
– 1/4 teaspoon of celery seed
– 1/4 teaspoon of mustard seed
– 1/4 teaspoon of fennel seed
– 1/4 teaspoon of coriander seed
– 1/4 teaspoon of cumin
– 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon of allspice
– 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon of rosemary
– 1/4 teaspoon of thyme
– 1/4 teaspoon of sage
– 1/4 teaspoon of oregano
– 1/4 teaspoon of bay leaf powder
– 1/4 teaspoon of liquid smoke (optional, for smoky flavor)
– 1/4 cup of ice water
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork and pork fat (if using). If you prefer a leaner sausage, you can omit the pork fat.
2. Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, celery seed, mustard seed, fennel seed, coriander seed, cumin, nutmeg, allspice, ground ginger, ground cloves, rosemary, thyme, sage, oregano, bay leaf powder, and liquid smoke to the mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
3. Gradually add the ice water to the mixture, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a consistency that is slightly sticky but not too wet. You may need to adjust the amount of water depending on the texture of the mixture.
4. Once the mixture is well combined, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into links. You can use a sausage stuffer for more precise links, but it’s not necessary.
7. Place the links on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them to allow for expansion during cooking.
8. Bake the sausage links in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through.
9. Remove the links from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy Your Homemade Breakfast Sausage Links
Congratulations! You’ve just made your own breakfast sausage links. These homemade links can be enjoyed on their own, served with eggs, or used in a variety of recipes. Now that you know how to make breakfast sausage links, you can experiment with different flavors and spices to create your own unique breakfast masterpiece. Happy cooking!
