Italian Sausage

Savor the bold, authentic flavors of homemade Italian Sausage, a customizable recipe that's bursting with traditional seasoning and free of preservatives. This easy-to-make sausage blend combines ground pork with aromatic fennel seeds, smoky paprika, garlicky undertones, and a medley of Italian herbs like oregano and parsley. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while the optional splash of white wine enhances moisture and taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe lets you shape the sausage into patties, meatballs, or leave it loose for casseroles, pasta dishes, or pizza toppings. Whether you're grilling, pan-searing, or incorporating it into your favorite Italian recipes, this homemade Italian Sausage guarantees a fresh, flavorful twist on any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons white wine (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with fennel seeds, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

If using white wine, add it to the bowl for extra flavor and moisture. Mix everything together thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until evenly combined.

Step 3

Form the sausage mixture into patties, meatballs, or leave it loose depending on your intended use.

Step 4

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with a drizzle of oil or cooking spray.

Step 5

Cook the sausage in your desired form (patties, meatballs, etc.) for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and browned. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).

Step 6

Serve immediately as part of your dish or store cooked sausage in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	504.2 grams (504.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1418

Total Fat 95.90g	123%
Saturated Fat 35.10g	176%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 408mg	136%
Sodium 2653mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 9.50g	3%
Dietary Fiber 4.40g	16%
Total Sugars 0.80g
Protein 118.90g	238%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230mg	18%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 253mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 2.8%