Flavorful Italian Herb Sausage

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Flavorful Italian Herb Sausage elevates your meals with a perfect blend of ground pork and aromatic herbs. This non-vegetarian recipe is ideal for Italian cuisine lovers, offering a burst of rich flavors with every bite. The unique combination of crushed anise seeds and a hint of red pepper flakes adds a delightful twist, making it perfect for pizza toppings, pasta dishes, or enjoyed on its own.

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Overview

This homemade Italian-style sausage is a flavorful blend of ground pork and aromatic herbs, perfect for enhancing your favorite dishes. Whether used as a pizza topping, in pasta, or as a standalone dish, this sausage promises a burst of Italian flavors with every bite. The addition of crushed anise seeds and a hint of red pepper flakes gives it a unique and delightful twist.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) parsley, dried
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) Italian-style seasoning
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) garlic powder
• 0.125 Teaspoon (tsp) red pepper flakes, ground
• 0.75 Teaspoon (tsp) anise seeds, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) paprika
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) onion, minced
• 2 Teaspoons (tsp) salt
• 2 Pounds (lb) pork, ground

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine the ground black pepper, dried parsley, Italian-style seasoning, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, crushed anise seeds, paprika, dried minced onion, and salt. Mix well to create a fragrant spice blend.
2. Place the ground pork in a large bowl. Add the spice mix to the pork and mix thoroughly with your hands until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork to the skillet and sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is well browned and crumbly.
4. Once cooked, remove the sausage from the heat. Allow it to cool slightly before using it as a topping for pizza, in pasta dishes, or storing it in portions for future use.

Enjoy the rich and savory flavors of this homemade Italian-style sausage, perfect for adding a touch of Italy to your meals!