Introduction

Making venison breakfast sausage is a great way to use up lean venison meat while adding moisture and flavor. This recipe combines venison with pork butt, ensuring a juicy and savory breakfast sausage. The addition of spices and brown sugar gives it a unique and delicious taste.

Ingredients

  • 6 lbs ground venison
  • 2 lbs ground pork butt
  • 1/4 cup MSG-free meat tenderizer
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons dried sage

Preparation

  1. Mixing the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground venison and pork butt. Add the meat tenderizer, ground black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, brown sugar, and dried sage. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Grinding the Mixture: Use a meat grinder to grind the seasoned meat mixture twice. This step is crucial for achieving a consistent texture and ensuring the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
  3. Packaging: Once the meat is ground, you can shape it into patties or links. For patties, form the mixture into flat rounds. For links, stuff the mixture into sausage casings. After shaping, wrap the sausages tightly in plastic wrap or place patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Freezing: Place the wrapped sausages or patties in a freezer-safe container or bag. Label the container with the date and contents. Venison breakfast sausages can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Cooking

To cook the venison breakfast sausages, you can either grill them or pan-fry them. For grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Cook the sausages for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F. For pan-frying, heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the sausages for about 8-10 minutes, turning frequently, until they reach the same internal temperature.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your venison breakfast sausages with scrambled eggs, toast, and a side of hash browns for a hearty breakfast. You can also add them to omelets, breakfast burritos, or serve them with a side of fresh fruit for a balanced meal.

Summary

This venison breakfast sausage recipe combines the lean texture of venison with the moisture of pork butt, creating a delicious and savory breakfast option. By following the steps outlined, you can easily prepare and freeze these sausages for a quick and tasty breakfast any day.

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