Homemade Cranberry Sausage With Red Eye Gravy

Name: Homemade Cranberry Sausage With Red Eye Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb coarsely ground pork; ½ cup crouton, crushed; ¼ cup finely chopped onion; 2 minced garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 ½ teaspoons rubbed sage; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste); ½ cup dried cranberries or ½ cup dried cherries, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar; ¾ cup strong black coffee or ¾ cup chicken broth; biscuit

Servings: persons

1 lb coarsely ground pork
½ cup crouton, crushed
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons rubbed sage
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
½ cup dried cranberries or ½ cup dried cherries, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
¾ cup strong black coffee or ¾ cup chicken broth
biscuit

1
Combine pork, crushed croutons, onion, garlic, 1 teaspoon brown sugar and spices thoroughly.
2
Fold in cherries.
3
Shape into 12 patties.
4
If mixture is too sticky, try using wet hands when handling.
5
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
6
Heat olive oil in larege skillet and fry patties 5 minutes per side or until done.
7
Be careful not to crowd.
8
You may need to work in batches.
9
Remove from heat and keep warm.
10
For the gravy, stir 2 T brown sugar into pan drippings.
11
Stir in coffee and bring to a boil.
12
Boil gently, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened and a rich reddish brown, stirring to scrape up any crusty bits.
13
Serve with biscuits.

520

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb coarsely ground pork, ½ cup crouton, crushed, ¼ cup finely chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Homemade Cranberry Sausage With Red Eye Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!