Name: Homemade Italian Sausage Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder, well-marbled; 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp fennel seeds; 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste); 2 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; Italian rolls

Description

This homemade Italian sausage recipe features well-marbled pork shoulder seasoned with garlic, oregano, fennel seeds, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Perfectly blended and cooked in a skillet, these flavorful sausages are great served on Italian rolls or alongside your favorite dishes. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe delivers classic Italian flavors right in your kitchen.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 lbs pork shoulder, well-marbled
6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp fennel seeds
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

For Serving

Italian rolls

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients on a clean countertop to ensure everything is ready for preparation.
Cut Pork Shoulder: Cut the pork shoulder into smaller chunks to facilitate easier mixing of the spices and to prepare it for shaping.
Mix Spices: In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, dried oregano, fennel seeds, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
Combine Meat and Spices: Place the pork chunks in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle the spice mixture over them. Mix thoroughly using your hands to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed.
Shape Sausages: Shape the seasoned meat mixture into patties or stuff it into casings if you prefer traditional sausage links.
Cook Sausages: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a splash of oil. Cook the sausages until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, which should take about 8-10 minutes.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
For authentic sausage links, use casings to stuff the meat mixture.
Ensure pork is cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for food safety.
Leftover cooked sausage can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Serve sausages on Italian rolls for a classic Italian sandwich experience.