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A breakfast of beef breakfast sausage, eggs, and toast served on a white plate with a sprinkling of parsley.

Beef Breakfast Sausage: A quick and delicious recipe

By Nancy
Learn how to make delicious homemade beef breakfast sausage with simple ingredients. Perfect for a hearty, flavorful morning meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 147 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds 80/20 ground beef
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • teaspoons dried sage
  • teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Adjust according to heat preference

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preparation Phase

  • Remove ground beef from refrigerator 15-20 minutes before mixing, Keep meat cool but not cold for optimal handling.
  • Break up any clumps with your fingers, Whisk together thoroughly, for even distribution.

Step 2: Mixing Process

  • Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the meat, Use hands to gently fold and mix until just combined, Avoid squeezing or overworking the meat

Step 3: Forming Perfect Minced meat tablets

  • Divide mixture into 16 equal portions (2 ounces each), Use a kitchen scale for precise portions if available.
  • Form each portion into a disc approximately 2½ inches in diameter, Press to ½-inch thickness, Create a ¼-inch deep dimple in center of each patty.

Step 4: Detailed Cooking Methods

  • Select a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast iron pan, Heat pan over medium-high heat (375°F/190°C)
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil Test temperature with a water droplet – should sizzle immediately
  • Place Minced meat tablets in pan, leaving 1 inch between each, Cook 4-5 minutes on first side until deeply browned, Add butter if desired during final minute

Notes

  • Calories: 147
  • Protein: 12g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sodium: 165mg
Keyword beef sausage, breakfast, high-protein, quick meal, homemade