Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe American ReserveMom's Breakfast Sausages Recipe

Mom's Breakfast Sausages Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Comforting breakfast sausages cooked to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Meat Ingredients

Spice Ingredients

Liquid Ingredients

Cooking Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Meat

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork and ground beef. Use your hands to mix thoroughly until they are well incorporated.

  2. 2

    Add Spices

    Add salt, black pepper, sage, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar to the meat mixture. Mix well until all spices are evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Liquids

    Pour in the apple cider vinegar and water to the meat mixture. Continue to mix until everything is well combined and a sticky texture develops.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Form Sausages

    With your hands, take a portion of the sausage mixture and roll it into a patty or sausage shape, about 2 inches in diameter. Repeat until all mixture is shaped.

  2. 5

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

  3. 6

    Cook Sausages

    Add the formed sausages to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F/70°C).

  4. 7

    Serve

    Once cooked, remove the sausages from the skillet and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite breakfast sides!

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