House Made Sausage Recipe

Sausage Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Sausage Mixture

   In a large bowl, combine ground pork, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, black pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

2. 2

   Soak the Casings

   Soak the natural hog casings in water for about 30 minutes to soften them. Rinse them thoroughly before use.

3. 3

   Stuff the Sausages

   Using a sausage stuffer, carefully stuff the sausage casings with the meat mixture, being careful not to overfill. Twist sausages into links of desired size and tie off the ends securely.

4. 4

   Cook the Sausages

   Cook the sausages on a grill, skillet, or in the oven until they are browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).

5. 5

   Serve

   Slice and serve the sausages warm. They can be enjoyed on their own or with your favorite condiments.