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Pork · Sausage and ground

Pork Sausage

Ground pork seasoned and sold in links or bulk. Needs thorough cooking when fresh.

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AnimalPork
SectionSausage and ground
BoneBoneless
TendernessTender
Also calledbreakfast sausage, fresh sausage, sausage links, bulk sausage

Best ways to cook it

  • Pan-sear
  • Grill
  • Roast
  • Fry

About this cut

What it is and how to use it

Fresh pork sausage is ground pork mixed with salt and seasonings such as sage, pepper, or fennel. It is sold in links stuffed in casings, as patties, or in bulk. The ratio of fat to lean affects juiciness. Fresh sausage is raw and has to be fully cooked. It is good grilled, pan-fried, or baked, and bulk sausage is used in gravy, dressing, and sauces.

Cook’s tipCook fresh pork sausage to 160°F. Cook links gently so the casings do not split.

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