Jul 14 2026

Sausage Recipe

Time2h
Serves8

Make Sausage Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Meat Ingredients

Additional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Hog Casings

    Rinse the hog casings under cold water to remove excess salt. Soak in a bowl of warm water for at least 30 minutes. This will make them pliable for stuffing.

  2. 2

    Combine the Meats

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, and pork fat. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of the meats.

Seasoning the Meat

  1. 3

    Add Seasonings

    To the meat mixture, add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, red pepper flakes, dried sage, dried thyme, and sugar. Mix thoroughly until all seasonings are evenly incorporated.

  2. 4

    Add Ice Water

    Slowly mix in the ice water to the meat mixture. This will help to keep the sausage moist and aid in the stuffing process.

Stuffing the Sausage

  1. 5

    Prepare the Sausage Stuffer

    Assemble your sausage stuffer according to the manufacturer's instructions. Ensure it is clean and ready for use.

  2. 6

    Stuff the Casings

    Carefully slide one end of the soaked hog casing onto the nozzle of the sausage stuffer. Tie a knot at the open end of the casing. Fill the casing with the meat mixture, being careful not to overfill. Leave some space at the end to tie off the casing.

  3. 7

    Tie Off the Sausage

    Once filled, twist the sausage into links every 6 inches and tie off the ends with kitchen twine or by twisting the casings. Repeat until all the meat mixture is used.

Cooking the Sausage

  1. 8

    Cook the Sausage

    To cook the sausages, grill, pan-fry, or bake them in an oven preheated to 375°F (190°C) until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), about 20-25 minutes depending on the method used.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Allow the sausages to rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them with your favorite sides or in a bun!

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