Simple Homemade Breakfast Sausage

Step 1

Combine maple syrup, salt, pepper, dried sage, and marjoram leaf together in a small bowl then stir to create a slurry. Pour over pork in a large bowl then mix with hands until just combined - DO NOT OVERMIX or sausage will end up tough. Shape into 12 patties then place onto a plastic wrap covered baking sheet, and cover with more plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld.

Step 2

To saute: Let patties sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to take the chill off then saute in a large skillet sprayed with nonstick spray over medium heat (no higher,) for 4-5 minutes a side, or until cooked through.

Step 3

To bake: Preheat oven to 400 degrees then line two baking sheets with foil and spray with nonstick spray. Transfer patties to prepared baking sheets then bake for 10 minutes, flip patties, and then bake for 7-10 more minutes or until cooked through.

Step 4

To freeze: Refrigerate patties until completely cool then transfer to a Ziplock freezer bag and freeze. To reheat, place patties on a plate then cover with a paper towel. Microwave at 50% power for 2-4 minutes, or until heated through.