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Homemade Italian Sausage Meat Recipe

4.7 from 86 reviews

This Italian Sausage Meat recipe is a simple and flavorful way to prepare homemade sausage seasoning that can be used in various dishes. Combining ground pork with aromatic Italian seasoning and optional crushed red pepper flakes, it offers a versatile base to enhance pastas, pizzas, and more.

Ingredients

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Meat

  • 5 lbs. ground pork

Seasoning

  • 1.6 ounces mild Italian sausage seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (to taste, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meat: In a large mixing bowl, place the 5 lbs. of ground pork, ensuring it is fresh and well-chilled for optimal texture and safety.
  2. Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the 1.6 ounces of mild Italian sausage seasoning evenly over the ground pork. If desired, add crushed red pepper flakes to taste to introduce a subtle heat.
  3. Mix Thoroughly: Using your hands or a sturdy spoon, mix the pork and seasoning very well until the spices are fully incorporated throughout the meat, resulting in a uniform sausage mixture ready to cook or store.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh, high-quality ground pork with a good fat content (around 20%).
  • Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the sausage.
  • This sausage meat can be used immediately or refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Use the sausage meat in pasta sauces, stuffed peppers, pizzas, or breakfast dishes.
  • Always cook the sausage thoroughly to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) before consuming.

Keywords: Italian sausage meat, homemade sausage, ground pork sausage, Italian seasoning, sausage recipe