Try making Sandy's Summer Sausage for a mouthwatering homemade sausage experience. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a savory sausage that is perfect for summer barbecues or as a tasty snack. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, and smoked to perfection, Sandy's Summer Sausage will impress your family and friends. The sausage is great for slicing and serving with crackers and cheese or adding to sandwiches and appetizers. Impress your guests with this homemade sausage recipe that is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 3 pounds ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1/4 cup Morton Tender Quick curing salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons mustard seed
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork. Mix well.
- Add the curing salt, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard seed, black pepper, and liquid smoke flavoring to the meat mixture. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Shape the meat mixture into two rolls, about 2 inches in diameter and 10 inches long. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the sausages in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, remove the sausages from the oven and let them cool completely.
- Once cooled, wrap the sausages tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.
- To serve, slice the sausages into thin rounds and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Summer sausage is traditionally made in the summer months when cooler temperatures make it easier to cure and smoke the meat.
The curing salt used in this recipe helps preserve the sausage and gives it a characteristic tangy flavor.
Sandy's Summer Sausage can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, making it a convenient make-ahead appetizer option.