Nope, you don't need to just serve it on the side! These breakfast sausage recipes show that these links are just as much a part of your plate as eggs or pancakes.
37 Savory Breakfast Sausage Recipes
Updated on Sep. 17, 2024
Breakfast Sausage Bread
Any time we take this savory, satisfying bread to a potluck, it goes over very well. We never bring any home. My husband generally makes this bread and prides himself on the beautiful golden loaves. -Shirley Caldwell, Northwood, Ohio
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Grandmother’s Toad in a Hole
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I have fond memories of my grandmother’s Yorkshire pudding wrapped around sausages, a puffy dish my kids called The Boat. Slather it with butter and maple syrup. —Susan Kieboam, Streetsboro, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 336 calories, 22g fat (6g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Sausage-Egg Burritos
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I try to eat healthy, but finding new meals for breakfast is a challenge. By adding tomatoes, spinach and garlic to traditional eggs and egg whites, we can have a dish that is both light and satisfying.—Wendy G. Ball, Battle Creek, Michigan.
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 258 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 134mg cholesterol, 596mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Sausage Pancake Muffins
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My kids love sausage and pancakes but making them during the week was out of the question. I purchased the frozen variety on a stick but wasn’t keen on the calories, additives or price. This version of pigs-in-a-blanket is a great alternative that’s much more cost effective. —Lisa Dodd, Greenville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
4 mini muffins (calculated without syrup): 280 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 658mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
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Zucchini Egg Skillet
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My neighbor shared more zucchini from his garden than I knew what to do with. He loved this recipe—it’s great for brunch or a special breakfast. —Darcy Kennedy, Hendersonvlle, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 316 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 552mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
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Skier’s Skillet
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With its great combination of flavors and ease of preparation, this is one of my favorite dishes to make when we have overnight guests. Serve it with scrambled eggs for a complete meal…with little fuss!
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 288 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 786mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
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Sausage and Egg Grits
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I always mix my sausage, grits and eggs together so I thought it would be great to make a casserole that did the same. It’s loaded with downhome flavor without using any butter! —Jeannine Quiller, Raleigh, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 208 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 369mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch.
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Triple Sausage Breakfast Bake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This over-the-top breakfast has great flavors—smoky, sweet and spicy. It’s a really meaty meal. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 695 calories, 59g fat (24g saturated fat), 387mg cholesterol, 1441mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein.
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Leek Quiche
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We often have potluck breakfasts at my school. I came up with this leek quiche recipe so I could bring something different and filling to share. You can make it in the large pie version or in little tartlets. And if you want to make it vegetarian, just eliminate the sausage. —Kathryn Dampier, Quail Valley, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 296 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 407mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Hearty Slow-Cooker Breakfast Hash
Total Time
5 hours 25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet and savory hash certainly won't leave you hungry—the sausage, veggies and eggs will fill you up. The hint of maple syrup makes it all feel extra cozy. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 446 calories, 25g fat (8g saturated fat), 212mg cholesterol, 911mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
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Air-Fryer Toad-in-the-Hole
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Toad-in-the-Hole is a British comfort food dish consisting of sausages baked in Yorkshire pudding. I prepare mine in the air fryer, breakfast-style, even though it’s commonly served at suppertime. —Leigh Rys, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 257 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 143mg cholesterol, 494mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
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Sausage and Apple Quinoa Casserole
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves the variety this casserole offers. It’s unlike anything else I’ve made. —Brenna Norby, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 443 calories, 29g fat (7g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 5g fiber), 15g protein.
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Bacon-Sausage Quiche Tarts
Total Time
40 min
Servings
40 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
As a teacher, I attend many meetings and also have special celebrations with rest of the staff. The other teachers are very fond of this treat and often request that I bring it to our functions. —Jackie Milliken, Pittsboro, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 tart: 97 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 245mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Raisin Bread & Sausage Morning Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we used to have Sunday breakfasts with my grandparents, my mom often made this for grandpa because he enjoyed it so much. Pork sausage and cinnamon bread taste surprisingly good together. —Carolyn Levan, Dixon, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 425 calories, 25g fat (10g saturated fat), 141mg cholesterol, 324mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Breakfast Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Prep these tasty, hearty burritos the night before for a quick breakfast in the morning or let them cook while you are away on a weekend afternoon for an easy supper. —Anna Miller, Churdan, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 359 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 205mg cholesterol, 480mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
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Sausage Johnnycake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a nice hearty breakfast with plenty of old-fashioned flavor. I serve it to my bed-and-breakfast guests. They love the cake’s savory middle and maple syrup topping. It’s a fine way to start the day! —Lorraine Guyn, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 481 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 940mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.
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Maple Sausage Patties
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Maple syrup, sage, thyme and a little liquid smoke give a delightful flavor to these homemade sausage patties. They're always a treat, but especially alongside pancakes or French toast. —Margaret Eid, Huron, South Dakota.
Nutrition Facts:
1 patty: 128 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 177mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
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Sausage Cheese Biscuits
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These breakfast-in-a-biscuit goodies will appeal to the young…and the young at heart. It’s one of my favorite recipes because it doesn’t require any special ingredients. —Marlene Neideigh, Myrtle Point, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 227 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 548mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
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Peach & Sausage Breakfast Squares
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The ingredients may sound unusual, but this breakfast bake is delicious! Sausage, sweet peaches and pancake mix come together for a complete meal in one. —Judith Bowden, Sanford, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 511 calories, 21g fat (6g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 837mg sodium, 74g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Biscuits and gravy are usually prepared separately but served together. I created a way to bake them all at once in this scrumptious casserole. —Nancy Mcinnis, Olympia, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 373 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 640mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
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Sausage Bacon Bites
Total Time
55 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These tasty morsels are perfect with almost any egg dish or as finger foods party guests can just pick up and pop into their mouths. —Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 51 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For the perfect combination of eggs, sausage, bread and cheese, this is the dish to try. My mom and I like this sausage breakfast casserole because it bakes up tender and golden, slices beautifully and goes over well whenever we serve it. —Gayle Grigg, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 339 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 189mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
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Hot Fruit and Sausage
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pineapple, brown sugar and cinnamon make plain pork sausage links extra tasty. And the banana slices really complement the sausage. This dish makes any breakfast special. —Marian Peterson, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 261 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 736mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
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Andouille Sausage Hash
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I threw this hash together last minute for a church brunch. Folks liked it so much they asked me for the recipe, so I scrambled to write it down. —Paulette Heisler, Tampa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 443 calories, 32g fat (12g saturated fat), 126mg cholesterol, 1357mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
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Apple-Sage Sausage Patties
Total Time
45 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Apple and sausage naturally go together. Add sage, and you’ve got some standout patties. They’re freezer friendly, so I make them ahead and grab when needed. —Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 patty: 79 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 211mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Brunch Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to use a second slow cooker to keep the tortillas warm and pliable when I serve these hearty burritos. Just place a clean wet cloth in the bottom, then cover it with foil and add your tortillas.—Beth Osburn, Levelland, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito (calculated without optional toppings): 683 calories, 38g fat (15g saturated fat), 449mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 7g fiber), 35g protein.
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Breakfast Skewers
Total Time
20 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These kabobs are fun, different and delicious, plus they go well with any egg dish. —Bobi Raab, St. Paul, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 skewer: 246 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 431mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Sausage & Apple Cornbread Bake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make a cornbread-style bake with sausage, maple syrup and apples when we want a hearty breakfast casserole. It’s sweet, savory and easy to make.—Stevie Wilson, Fremont, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 618 calories, 34g fat (10g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 1209mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 6g fiber), 19g protein.
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Savory Sausage French Toast
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I first made French toast with sausage to use up leftovers. Now I make it because it’s a heavenly way to start the day.—Suzanne Earl, Spring, TX
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice French toast with 2/3 cup gravy: 723 calories, 59g fat (30g saturated fat), 259mg cholesterol, 1171mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
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Mushroom Sausage Strata
Total Time
55 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This flavorful casserole is a hearty mainstay for our family's Christmas Day brunch menu. Being able to assemble the recipe ahead of time is a real plus! —Julie Sterchi, Jackson, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 296 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 491mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
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Breakfast Tacos
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Unless you grew up in the Southwest or visit there often, you might be hearing of migas for the first time. Just think
of them as the best scrambled eggs ever. The secret ingredient is corn tortillas. They really make my migas tacos special! —Stephen Exel, Des Moines, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 424 calories, 21g fat (5g saturated fat), 295mg cholesterol, 821mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
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Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A package of frozen potatoes makes this hash brown egg casserole simple to prepare. Featuring bacon and cheddar cheese, this easy egg bake is tasty breakfast or brunch fare. You can even make it the night before, keep in the fridge and bake the next morning—so convenient! —Cheryl Johnson, Plymouth, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 354 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 227mg cholesterol, 649mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
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Sausage Patties
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These country-style patties are so simple to prepare. You'll never again settle for store-bought versions that are loaded with preservatives and not as good. —Bertha Bench, Mineral Wells, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 patty: 242 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 502mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein.
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Potato Sausage Frittata
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With sausage, bacon, eggs and potatoes, this frittata is one hearty meal! Although I double the recipe for my large family, we never have any leftovers. As good as this dish is, you can experiment to customize it for your family. Try using ham, bell peppers, chorizo—the sky’s the limit! —Patricia Lee, Eatonton, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 518 calories, 39g fat (13g saturated fat), 430mg cholesterol, 1213mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
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Savory French Toast Bake
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Spend just 15 minutes prepping this casserole the night before, and you’ll have extra time to make a fruit salad and pour the coffee as it bakes. It’s a keeper! —Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 241 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 159mg cholesterol, 466mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
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Sausage Strata
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sausage provides plenty of flavor in this hearty egg strata. It's a great addition to a brunch buffet, because it's assembled the night before to cut down on last-minute fuss. —Teresa Marchese, New Berlin, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 373 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 217mg cholesterol, 1097mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.
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