There are some things you buy on autopilot, week after week. For me, that used to be breakfast sausage. It was a staple, right next to the bacon. It never even crossed my mind to make it from scratch—and wow, was I missing out! The difference between a store-bought link and a perfectly spiced, juicy, homemade sausage patty is night and day. These Blueberry Maple Sausage Patties are the recipe that will make you a convert. The subtle sweetness of blueberries and maple syrup combined with savory sage and thyme is a flavor combination that will have you banishing the pre-packaged stuff from your list for good.
Ingredients
• 2 pounds / 907g ground pork
• ½ cup / 75g fresh blueberries
• ¼ cup / 60ml sugar-free maple syrup
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried rubbed sage
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil, for the pan
Instructions
1. Directions
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, blueberries, maple syrup, minced garlic, sage, salt, pepper, thyme, nutmeg, and smoked paprika. Mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
3. Divide and form the mixture into 16 uniform patties, each about 2 inches in diameter and ½ inch thick.
4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, fry the patties for 3-5 minutes per side, until deeply browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
Nutritional Information
• Recipe Information & Nutrition
• MAKES: 16 patties
• SERVING SIZE: 2 patties
• PREP TIME: 15 minutes
• COOK TIME: 24 minutes
• CALORIES: 289
• FAT: 21.7g
• PROTEIN: 20.6g
• TOTAL CARBS: 3.6g
• FIBER: 0.9g
• NET CARBS: 2.7g
Pro Tips
• For perfectly uniform patties, use a kitchen scale to weigh each portion (about 2 ounces each) or use a 1/4-cup measuring cup to scoop the mixture.
• Do not overmix the pork mixture. Combine the until they are just incorporated to ensure the most tender, juicy sausage patties.
• These patties are perfect for meal prep. Freeze them either raw or cooked. To freeze raw, place patties on a baking sheet in a single layer until frozen solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
• Get a great sear! Ensure your pan is properly preheated before adding the patties. Don’t move them around too much for the first few minutes to allow a delicious, brown crust to form.
FAQ
Q: How do I know when these sausage patties are fully cooked
A: The sausage patties are cooked through when they are deeply browned on both sides and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) on a meat thermometer. This typically takes 3-5 minutes per side over medium heat.
Q: Can I make these sausage patties ahead of time
A: Yes, these patties are perfect for meal prep. You can freeze them either raw or cooked. To freeze raw, place the formed patties on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer them to a freezer bag. They can be cooked directly from frozen by adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
Q: What is the best way to make uniform sausage patties
A: For perfectly uniform patties, use a kitchen scale to weigh each portion to about 2 ounces. Alternatively, you can use a 1/4-cup measuring cup to scoop the ground pork mixture before forming each patty.
