Description
A flavorful and hearty venison breakfast sausage, perfect for pairing with eggs, pancakes, or biscuits. This easy recipe balances spices and lean meat for a wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground venison
- ¼ lb pork fat
- 1 tsp sage
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1 tsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine ground venison, pork fat, and spices in a large bowl.
- Mix gently until evenly blended.
- Shape into patties or prepare as sausage links.
- Cook on a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes per side or bake at 375°F for 18-20 minutes.
Notes
- Soak venison in milk to reduce the gamey flavor if desired.
- For added sweetness, increase maple syrup to 2 tsp per pound.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty (approx. 3 oz)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
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