Simple Homemade Sausage Patties

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried sage, crumbled
• 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried fennel, crushed
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil

Recipe

• 1 mix together the lamb, garlic, sage, thyme, fennel, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. add the egg and combine thoroughly. cover and chill for at least 15 minutes.
• 2 to easily form the sausage patties, rinse your hands in cold water. divide the mixture into eighths and shape each portion into a 2 1/2-inch disk. patties can be made to this point and refrigerated or frozen until ready to use.
• 3 heat a skillet over high heat, and then swirl in the oil. fry the sausages on both sides until completely cooked through and golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. drain and serve immediately with pancakes, waffles or eggs. sausage patties can be fully cooled, wrapped, and frozen for microwave reheating.