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Homemade Italian sausage seasoned with herbs and spices

Homemade Italian Sausage

This homemade Italian sausage recipe is simple to make, customizable, and bursting with robust flavors, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Can swap for basil or cilantro
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork and all the spices: fennel, oregano, black pepper, crushed red pepper, rosemary, parsley, and salt.
  2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well incorporated.
  3. Shape the mixture into patties or stuff it into casings if you’re feeling adventurous.
Cooking
  1. Cook the sausage on a grill, in a skillet, or bake in the oven until fully cooked.
  2. Let the mixture chill in the fridge for an hour before cooking for enhanced flavor.

Notes

Store homemade sausages in the fridge for about 3-5 days or freeze them for up to 2-3 months. Reheat them on a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.