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Italian Sausage

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Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb ground pork
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tsp fennel seeds lightly crushed
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp water

Instructions
 

  • Using your hands, mix dry seasonings into the ground pork.
  • Add maple syrup and water. Mix gently until combined.
  • Chill for at least one hour, preferably overnight.
  • Form the sausage into patties about 3/4 inch thick, with a 1/4 inch dimple in the center to prevent puffing.
  • Place on a parchment lined baking sheet (foil tears easily).
  • Bake at 400 for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.