Homemade Pork and Apple Sausages

Indulge in the sweet and savory fusion of our Homemade Pork and Apple Sausages, a perfect recipe for your meat grinder. This delightful combination of flavors brings a new twist to your sausage making, offering a dish that's as delicious as it is unique. Ideal for a special breakfast or a comforting dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of pork shoulder
• 1 large apple, grated
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sage
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Natural sausage casings, soaked and rinsed

Instructions for Recipe:

Preparation (20 minutes): Cut the pork shoulder into chunks that fit your meat grinder. Grate the apple and chop the onion.

Grinding (10 minutes): Using a medium hole plate, grind the pork shoulder.

Mixing (10 minutes): In a large bowl, mix the ground pork with the grated apple, onion, garlic, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Stuffing Sausages (20 minutes): Use the sausage stuffer attachment to fill the casings with the pork and apple mixture, then twist into links.

Cooking (10 minutes): Cook the sausages in a skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

Estimated Times for the Recipe:

• Total Time: 70 minutes
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Grinding and Stuffing: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes

Appliance Settings:

• Meat Grinder: Medium hole plate for grinding pork.
• Sausage Stuffer: Attachment for filling the casings.

Additional Tips:

• Ensure the apple and onion are well-drained to prevent excess moisture.
• Keep the meat and equipment cold during grinding for better texture.