20 Creative Ways to Enjoy Co-op Breakfast Sausage
Versatile, flavorful, and made fresh daily right here at the Co-op, our breakfast sausage is always a tasty choice for the morning. And whether you use it in sandwiches, frittatas, breakfast hash, or casseroles, you can grub out knowing that our sausage is always made without preservatives, fillers, nitrates, hormones, or antibiotics.
Snag some freshly ground sausage from our Meat Department and check out these creative ways to enjoy it for breakfast!
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Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Sandwiches
We'll start off with a classic: breakfast sandwiches!
In this recipe, homemade biscuits are paired with a fried egg, cheese, and a sausage patty.
Serve your breakfast sandwich with a side of home fries and fresh fruit for a yummy weekend brunch.
Not a fan of sausage? Sub in bacon! Vegan? Skip the egg and add in your favorite plant-based meat and cheese.
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Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Frittata
If you like some greens in your breakfast, consider this sausage and broccoli rabe frittata.
Sausage and broccoli are combined with cheddar, eggs, and onion and cooked till the bottom is browned and the interior is nice and fluffy.
Cut your fritatta into wedges and serve it with wedges of winter citrus.
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Gluten-Free Southern Style Sausage Gravy
Who says you can't have biscuits and gravy just because you're eating gluten-free?
In this recipe from Bob's Red Mill, gluten-free baking flour and milk are combined with breakfast sausage and spices to create a rich and creamy gravy for biscuits.
As for the biscuits themselves, you'll want to check out this recipe or snag a bag of gluten-free biscuit mix.
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Loaded Overnight Breakfast Casserole
One of the easiest ways to enjoy breakfast sausage is in a casserole!
And this recipe makes things even easier, because you prep it all the night before!
After browning your sausage and bacon, you'll combine it with Italian bread, cheese, and egg custard and let it all sit overnight.
In the morning, simply bring it to room temperature, pop it in the oven, and soon you'll have a warm and cozy breakfast!
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Sausage-and-Maple Bread Pudding
If you're the type of person who doesn't mind when your maple syrup runs into your sausage, this recipe is for you!
Perfectly sweet and savory, this bread pudding calls for just a few simple ingredients, but results in a moist and tender bread.
Serve this bread pudding at brunch along side fresh fruit and hash browns.
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Breakfast Pizza with Sausage, Eggs, Spinach & Cream
You've probably had pizza for breakfast before, but chances are it was just leftovers from the night before.
This breakfast pizza, however, is truly inspired by breakfast with toppings of sausage and egg.
The sauce is cream-based while mozzarella is the cheese of choice.
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Sausage Jambalaya
Here's a breakfast sausage recipe that doesn't necessarily have to be served at breakfast time!
Andouille and breakfast sausage are combined with onions, bell pepper, celery, garlic, and herbs to create a flavorful jambalaya.
Serve it over rice for dinner, or give it a breakfast twist with home fries and scrambled eggs.
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Eggs in a Basket
Calling for a handful of pantry ingredients, these eggs in a basket are a quick and simple addition to breakfast or brunch.
Slices of bread are pressed into cupcake tins before being filled with sausage and eggs and baked to perfection.
These are super easy to customize, so feel free to add in diced jalapeños for a little heat or tomatoes and herbs for more flavor.
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Cowboy Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Spinach
The best kind of breakfast is one that you can prep the night before, so all you have to do is toss it in the oven in the morning when you're still a little groggy.
This breakfast casserole is made up of bread, breakfast sausage, spinach, cheddar, and some simple spices.
Serve this casserole with fresh fruit and a tall cup of coffee for a simple and satisfying brunch.
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Stuffed Breakfast Crescent
If bread baking was a hobby you picked up in 2020, here's a great way to show off your skills!
In this recipe from King Arthur Baking, homemade dough is rolled up jelly-roll style with a filling of mushrooms, breakfast sausage, garlic, and cheddar cheese.
Slice these up for an easy breakfast on the go or serve the whole thing at your next brunch.
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Crispy Cheesy Sausage Hash Browns
Hashbrowns and sausage collide in these delicious, indulgent breakfast treats.
These are made essentially the same way you'd make hashbrowns, but sausage and cheese are mixed into the shredded potatoes for extra protein and flavor.
Serve these alongside fresh fruit and scrambled eggs for a full meal.
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Cauliflower Hash with Sausage & Eggs
If you're looking for a lighter, healthier way to enjoy your breakfast sausage, consider this hash recipe that subs in cauliflower for potatoes.
You still get all those savory sausage flavors without all the starch potatoes usually add.
Top your hash off with scallions and lots of cheese.
Find the full recipe at EatingWell
Even More Breakfast Sausage Recipes
Easy Breakfast Burritos from The Chunky Chef
Paleo Sausage-Spinach Quiche from King Arthur Baking
Mexican Breakfast Casserole from Gimme Some Oven
Sausage and Potato Casserole Cups from EatingWell
Spicy Spinach & Sausage Frittata Affogato from Bon Appetit
Breakfast Quesadillas from Food & Wine
Savory Cheesy Sausage Balls from Bob's Red Mill
Cheesy Egg Bake with Sausage from Bon Appetit