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[Suzanne13]

We make this in bulk and then freeze it in 1 lb and 1/2 lb packages in the foodsaver. While the recipe says NOT to use lean pork, we do (got some whole pork loins at great price and ground a lot of it up for this recipe). Our patties stay together just fine and the calorie count is reduced remarkably. Also, this recipe gives a baseline for the spices. Since we like a pretty well-spiced mix, we use a bit more of everything (except salt) than is called for here. Feel free to make it up according to your taste.

Homemade Breakfast Sausage

Makes 16 (2-ounce) patties

2 pounds ground pork (original recipe says to avoid lean meat, but we use ground loin and it's just dandy)
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1/2 tablespoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Olive oil for frying

Using your hands, mix pork, all seasonings and maple syrup. Portion and shape into sixteen 2-ounce patties (about 1/4 cup each). Fry patties in olive oil over medium heat about 5 minutes per side and drain on paper towels.