Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 teaspoons ground sage
• 2 teaspoons sugar or sugar substitute
• 1 teaspoon dried, crushed basil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper

Preparation

1. In a large bowl mix all ingredients together.
2. Divide into 8 equal portions and form into individual patties.
3. Cook or freeze for later use.

Helpful hints

• Try ground beef, ground turkey or a mixture of pork and beef in this recipe.
• Add more red pepper if you like hot sausage
• To freeze for later use, layer patties on wax paper and store in an airtight  freezer bag.