25 Must-Make Breakfast Sausage Recipes For Breakfast, Brunch or Breakfast for Dinner

Shea Goldstein
·5 min read

Although everybody knows that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, breakfast fare doesn't have to be limited to mornings. Sometimes, a good breakfast (or brunch) meal at the end of a long day is a good change in routine. Plus breakfast casseroles are the perfect comfort food on a chilly night when you want something warm and baked.

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Speaking of casseroles, they are ideal for the holidays when family is over and breakfast needs to be put on the table as soon as everyone wakes up! They're also convenient for weekends, sleepovers and leftover casseroles are great for dinner. Make breakfast food anytime cuisine and find your favorites in this roundup of 25 easy breakfast sausage recipes (that aren't all breakfast dishes FYI).

How to Make Breakfast Sausage

Making breakfast sausage sounds like a chore, but honestly, it really isn't. And the taste is far superior to store-bought breakfast sausage. The best part is, that you have control over creativity and heat level. You can grind your own pork at home with a meat grinder, or buy packaged ground pork from your butcher or grocery store. Add spices such as sage, marjoram, cloves, etc. to make a classic breakfast sausage flavor, or add maple syrup for a slightly sweet maple flavor. Make your own spice and herb blend; it's your recipe to play with.

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How to Cook Sausage Links

To make breakfast sausage links from scratch, you will need a sausage stuffer. You can buy a free-standing sausage stuffer or a specific attachment for your stand mixer, is ideal for their stand mixers. Sausage links can be pan or oven-fried, put on the grill or smoked. Because links have sealed casings, they can also be boiled.

How to Cook Breakfast Sausage Patties

To cook breakfast sausage patties, first you need to form the patties from your ground pork mixture; the size is your preference. Breakfast sausage patties can be pan-fried, cooked in the oven, grilled, or even smoked. However you can cook a burger, you can do the same to sausage patties.

How to Cook Breakfast Sausage in the Oven

Breakfast sausage can be baked in the oven on a baking sheet, or on a metal rack on top of a baking sheet to catch the grease. They can also be cooked on low broil, turning halfway during cooking.

Best Breakfast Sausage Recipes

These sausage recipes vary from southern favorites to Tex-Mex staples, and even low-carb breakfast sausage options, so there's something to please everybody. The question is...which one will you make first? Maybe the Breakfast Burritos or Sausage McMuffin Casserole for brunch? Or perhaps the Sausage Balsamic Caramelized Onion Pizza or Zaatar Sausage Skewers for dinner? Whichever way you go, you won't be disappointed with my favorite recipes using breakfast sausage!

<p>Julia's Simply Southern</p><p>A great casserole as a meal or a side dish!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe</strong>:<strong> <a href="https://juliassimplysouthern.com/2019/11/sausage-and-rice-casserole.html?fbclid=IwAR0IImjY4HNRMfQKMD7bb6O_4Bb_2jxnBVCgNW56922NLGI_78wwlL6_x6M" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage and Rice Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Sausage and Rice Casserole</a></strong></p>
<p>Cincy Shopper</p><p>The epitome of comfort breakfast food!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe:</strong><a href="https://cincyshopper.com/biscuits-and-gravy-casserole/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Biscuits & Gravy Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "> <strong>Biscuits & Gravy Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>My Heavenly Recipes</p><p>Full of colorful veggies and lots of cheese.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://myheavenlyrecipes.com/sausage-dip-packed-with-veggies/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage Veggie Dip;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage Veggie Dip</strong></a></p>
<p>The Kitchen Is My Playground</p><p>The combination of balsamic caramelized onions and sausage is perfect.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe</strong>: <a href="http://www.thekitchenismyplayground.com/2011/03/sausage-balsamic-caramelized-onion.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage Balsamic Caramelized Onion Pizza;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage Balsamic Caramelized Onion Pizza</strong></a></p>
<p>Blommi</p><p>Let your crockpot do the work while you sleep.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://blommi.com/overnight-breakfast-casserole-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Overnight Breakfast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Overnight Breakfast Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>Blommi</p><p>Fully customizable and perfect for feeding a crowd.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://blommi.com/breakfast-burritos/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Breakfast Burritos;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Breakfast Burritos</strong></a></p>

Blommi

Fully customizable and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Get the recipe: Breakfast Burritos

<p>Dixie Chik Cooks</p><p>One AHMAZING breakfast sandwich.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://www.dixiechikcooks.com/sausage-egg-sharp-cheddar-jalapeno-biscuit/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich</strong></a></p>
<p>Dixie Chik Cooks</p><p>Just like the traditional sausage balls, with a kick.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dixiechikcooks.com/jalapeno-cheddar-sausage-balls/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Jalapeno Sausage Balls;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Jalapeno Sausage Balls</a>.</strong></p>
<p>The Kitchen is My Playground</p><p>No peeling or shredding here—this one uses pre-shredded hashbrowns.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://www.thekitchenismyplayground.com/2015/03/overnight-sausage-egg-hash-brown.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Overnight Sausage Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Overnight Sausage Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>Unorthodox Epicure</p><p>It's sausage gravy with sage <em>AND</em> bacon. I think I want to marry it.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://unorthodoxepicure.com/2014/07/20/the-unorthodox-epicure-recipe-sausage-gravy-the-real-deal/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Biscuits & Gravy;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Biscuits & Gravy</strong></a></p>
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>Crescent rolls, sausage and cream cheese. Easy peasy.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://www.plainchicken.com/2016/07/sausage-and-cream-cheese-breakfast.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage Cream Cheese Breakfast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage Cream Cheese Breakfast Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>Like the copycat version of this popular breakfast sandwich. However, it's in casserole form.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://www.plainchicken.com/2016/04/sausage-mcmuffin-casserole.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage McMuffin Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage McMuffin Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>Plain Chicken</p><p>Just three ingredients!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://www.plainchicken.com/2016/10/3-ingredient-cream-cheese-sausage-dip.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Cream Cheese Sausage Dip;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Cream Cheese Sausage Dip</strong></a></p>
<p>The best of both worlds—breakfast and pizza.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://gigglesgobblesandgulps.com/breakfast-naan-pizza/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Breakfast Naan Pizza;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Breakfast Naan Pizza</strong></a></p>

The best of both worlds—breakfast and pizza.

Get the recipe: Breakfast Naan Pizza

<p>Ally's Kitchen</p><p>Unique, delicious and hearty!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe</strong>: <a href="https://allyskitchen.com/zaatar-sausage-skewers-a-sunnyside-egg/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Zaatar Sausage Skewers;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Zaatar Sausage Skewers</strong></a></p>

Ally's Kitchen

Unique, delicious and hearty!

Get the recipe: Zaatar Sausage Skewers

<p>Low carb, full of protein (and flavor!).</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="http://www.kalynskitchen.com/2015/09/slow-cooker-egg-casserole-with-sausage.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Slow Cooker Egg & Sausage Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Slow Cooker Egg & Sausage Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>Creole Contessa</p><p>A hardy, meaty casserole ready when you wake up!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="https://www.creolecontessa.com/2014/12/05/slow-cooker-sausage-casserole-21-days-christmas-gift-guide/?fbclid=IwAR0crgdllA8twrquUUZMWLVO_AZV3kueDlDgo0S73zy9kuy1aFLXs_5OAos" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Slow Cooker Sausage Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Slow Cooker Sausage Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>Fresh Simple Home</p><p>These little bites of deliciousness can be breakfast, after-school snacks, or even on the table at a baby shower!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="https://freshsimplehome.com/most-simple-pancake-sausage-bites/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Pancake Sausage Bites;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Pancake Sausage Bites</strong></a></p>
<p>Ally's Kitchen</p><p>Nothing beats a classic breakfast.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="https://allyskitchen.com/sausage-links-and-eggs/?fbclid=IwAR3isqAl2MaCNrqtLy9XwUuUxP-oT2j81R6_qJnlI7mvqQKv0O1XTNcjR8k" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage Links and Eggs;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage Links and Eggs</strong></a></p>
<p>Sunday Supper Movement</p><p>All you need with this all-in-one is fresh fruit and a Bloody Mary for a perfect Sunday brunch.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="https://sundaysuppermovement.com/sausage-breakfast-casserole-crescent-rolls/?fbclid=IwAR0WGsLfOP-s8ApgUHEZmhutivxFe3yi8kI9VxC2263o-LLekkv8mhxRGBI" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sausage Breakfast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Sausage Breakfast Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>House of Nash Eats</p><p>Biscuits, gravy and sausage all in one makes it easier to attack that craving.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe</strong>: <a href="https://houseofnasheats.com/biscuits-and-gravy-casserole/?fbclid=IwAR0crgdllA8twrquUUZMWLVO_AZV3kueDlDgo0S73zy9kuy1aFLXs_5OAos" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Biscuits and Gravy Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Biscuits and Gravy Casserole</strong></a></p>
<p>Saving You Dinero</p><p>Pair this with a Tequila Mimosa. Olé!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="https://www.savingyoudinero.com/2017/05/03/mothers-day-brunch-mexican-eggs-benedict/?fbclid=IwAR2wY8urBcVMX9kv7ZwWOhvBYMEaeTt8VwfZpGTbuwpGKp8dx6F1oDhBIPc" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mexican Eggs Benedict;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Mexican Eggs Benedict</strong></a></p>
<p>All the breakfast favorites in one hardy dish.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="https://easyfamilyrecipes.com/breakfast-casserole-with-sausage-and-hashbrowns/?fbclid=IwAR2XGKtGcd3w1PyR_aL4WvnoqXyzBMWjfCJ31gwqOAb0GsS7euAv-Yilx28" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Hashbrowns;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Hashbrowns</strong></a></p>
<p>You'll never want store-bought sausage again.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: </strong><a href="https://www.fivehearthome.com/breakfast-sausage/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Homemade Breakfast Sausage;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><u><strong>Homemade Breakfast Sausage</strong></u></a></p>

You'll never want store-bought sausage again.

Get the recipe: Homemade Breakfast Sausage

<p>Julia's Simply Southern</p><p>Who knew these little bites of carb heaven could star in a casserole?</p><p><strong>Get the recipe</strong>: <a href="https://juliassimplysouthern.com/2016/08/tater-tot-breakfast-casserole.html?fbclid=IwAR2xB3O-mdcSIcIH7E0wvC9qHlGd7R5q9P9tNppjEFwIIr6tZChpnyoYtyo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Easy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link "><strong>Easy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole</strong></a></p>

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