Tennessee Pride Sausage

Indulge in the bold, home-style flavors of Tennessee Pride Sausage, a DIY recipe that brings classic Southern breakfast sausage straight to your kitchen. Crafted from ground pork and infused with a vibrant blend of spices like sage, cayenne pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of savory and spicy. A touch of sugar and thyme adds depth, while cold water ensures a tender texture. Whether shaped into perfectly golden patties or cooked into rustic crumbles, this versatile sausage is ideal for hearty breakfasts, casseroles, or as a flavor-packed topping for pizza. Quick to prepare and easy to store, Tennessee Pride Sausage is a sensational way to elevate your homemade meals with authentic Southern charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground pork
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 teaspoons Sage (dried)
• 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoons Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Thyme (dried)
• 2 tablespoons Water (cold)

Directions

Step 1

Place the ground pork in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the salt, black pepper, sage, cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, sugar, and thyme to the bowl.

Step 3

Pour in the cold water to help bind the seasonings with the meat.

Step 4

Using clean hands or a sturdy spatula, mix the pork and seasonings thoroughly until evenly combined.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for the flavors to meld.

Step 6

To cook, heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly oil the surface.

Step 7

For sausage patties: divide the mixture into 8 equal portions, shape into patties, and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.

Step 8

For sausage crumble: crumble the sausage mixture into small pieces in the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.

Step 9

Serve immediately or cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	962.1 grams (962.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2736

Total Fat 189.50g	243%
Saturated Fat 70.00g	350%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 817mg	272%
Sodium 5287mg	230%
Total Carbohydrate 9.60g	3%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 4.60g
Protein 234.20g	468%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 286mg	22%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 140mg	3%

*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: 63.6%

Protein: 34.9%

Carbs: 1.4%