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Jimmy Dean Sausage Copycat (less expensive & healthier!)

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I love Jimmy Dean’s all-natural original sausage—it’s safe for the top 9 allergies—but it’s expensive, has added sugar and additives, and the flavor isn’t always consistent. That’s why I started making sausage at home! It’s delicious every time and saves our family about $8 per batch, which adds up to roughly $40 a month or $480 a year.

  • Total Time: 10-45 mins
  • Yield: 3 pounds sausage 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 lb ground pork (70% lean / 30% fat)
  • 1/2 cup cold water, broth, or oat milk
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1 TB salt
  • 1 TB sage
  • 1–2 tsp red pepper flakes (1 tsp mild, 2 tsp spicy)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 4 TB neutral oil or melted pork lard
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Instructions

  1. Mix liquid and spices: Combine water (or broth/oat milk), maple syrup, salt, spices, and oil/lard in a small bowl.
  2. Add to meat: Pour the mixture over the ground pork in a large bowl or KitchenAid. 
  3. Mix gently: Fold the liquid into the meat until just combined. Avoid overmixing. You can evenly distribute the seasoning by folding the liquid into the meat, pressing and turning it from the edges to the center repeatedly. Or use a kitchen aid, mixing on low till the seasonings are evenly mixed.
  4. Check seasoning: Cook a small test patty to taste and adjust if needed.
  5. Form patties or links.
  6. Cook: Brown over medium heat until internal temp reaches 160°F.
  7. Optional: After browning, add a splash of water, cover, and steam 1–2 minutes for extra moisture.
  • Author: Nikki
  • Prep Time: 10-45 mins

Find it online: https://theallergyfriendlykitchen.com/all-recipes/jimmy-dean-sausage-copycat-less-expensive-healthier/