Looking for ideas on how to use ground sausage? You’ve come to the right place! Keep reading to find over 25 of the best ground sausage recipes for easy breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks!
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Pin RecipeDo you love ground sausage but aren’t always sure how to use it? We’ve got you covered with easy recipes that will give you all the inspiration you need!
From weeknight meals like our creamy pasta sausage skillet to holiday side dishes like sausage and apple stuffing, we’ve got a ground sausage recipe for all your needs. These recipes are so good they are sure to be made on repeat!
Tasty Ground Sausage Recipes
Each recipe on this list is better than the next. You won’t be disappointed no matter which one you choose to make.
1. Italian Sausage Soup
In just 10 minutes, you can have a bowl of this hearty Italian sausage soup. The comforting recipe is loaded with veggies, noodles, and a luscious tomato broth alongside flavorful ground sausage.
2. Sausage Croissant Breakfast Casserole
If you are looking for a filling breakfast, look no further than this sausage croissant breakfast casserole. The casserole loads up on the sausage, keeping the protein high for a hearty breakfast that will keep you full all morning long!
3. Sausage Stuffing
After one bite of this sausage stuffing, you’ll never want to make classic stuffing again. The hearty sausage loads up on an Italian sausage for an excellent twist on a traditional dish.
4. Spicy Sausage and Cheese Crock Pot Dip
This spicy sausage and cheese crock pot dip is perfect for a holiday party or game-day appetizer. It’s so addicting that you’ll want to slurp it up with a spoon, though we recommend pairing it with tortilla chips.
5. Zucchini Boats
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring or bland, and these easy zucchini boats prove it! Fresh zucchini are filled with a savory sausage and cheese mixture. Baked in the oven, it’s a quick meal that will fill you up and leave you feeling great.
6. Sausage & Apple Stuffing
If you love food combinations that are slightly sweet and savory, this sausage and apple stuffing will be right up your alley. The Italian sausage complements the baked apples, making for a combination you never knew you needed.
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7. Creamy Sausage Pasta Skillet
This creamy sausage pasta skillet will be a lifesaver next time you are short on ideas for weeknight dinner. The creamy pasta uses ground pork sausage for a quick recipe even your pickiest eater will love.
8. Stovetop Sausage Mac and Cheese
Give your classic mac and cheese and upgrade with this stovetop sausage mac and cheese recipe. The addition of savory sausage and veggies transforms a traditional side dish into a hearty, family-friendly meal!
9. Easy One-Skillet Sausage and Peppers with Rice
This one-skillet sausage and peppers recipe is the perfect option on a busy weeknight! Healthy and high in protein, it comes together in one dish in just 30 minutes!
10. Cream Cheese Sausage Balls
With just five ingredients, you can have a standout appetizer. Cream cheese, sausage, shredded cheese, chives, and Bisquick baking mix combine to make these little balls of goodness. It’s one recipe no one can resist!
11. Sausage Pinwheels
These little sausage pinwheels not only look amazing but taste delicious.! The mini rolls-up are perfect to serve as an appetizer, on game day, or as an after-school snack.
12. School Pizza
Go back in time with a slice of this school pizza. The square pieces load up with sausage, Italian seasoning, pizza sauce, and a whole lot of cheese. It’s comforting in the best way possible!
13. Creamy Italian Sausage Soup
Warm up on a cold night with a bowl of this creamy Italian sausage soup. The creaminess of the soup comes from potatoes, which pairs delectably with the sausage for an incredible flavor that will have you practically licking the bowl.
14. Creamy Sausage Rigatoni
Upgrade your basic rigatoni pasta with the addition of ground sausage. The 30-minute meal is great to cook during the week or for a nice dinner with friends on the weekend. It’s that versatile!
15. Italian Drunken Noodles
Chinese and Italian food mash-up to make these Italian Drunken noodles. The unusual combination is bold in a good way. The beloved dish will become a regular in your meal rotation.
Hearty Ground Sausage Recipes To Try
16. Sausage Balls
The next time you get a last-minute invite to someone’s house and need to bring an appetizer, think of these sausage balls. They have four ingredients, come togehter quickly, and are always a crowd-pleasing recipe!
17. Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi with Sausage, Goat Cheese and Spinach
Make your home kitchen feel like a restaurant with this creamy sun-dried tomato gnocchi with sausage, goat cheese, and spinach. The creamy pasta dish is so good it will have you leaving a tip for yourself at the end of the night!
18. Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Start your morning off on the right foot with this crescent roll breakfast casserole. The breakfast casserole is excellent for brunch or a lazy morning with the family.
19. Best Sausage Gravy
The lumpy appearance of this fun sausage gravy recipe is thanks to the inclusion of sausage! Serve it over your favorite biscuits for a cozy breakfast or a filling brinner situation.
20. Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Show off your chef skills by making these little sausage stuffed mushrooms. The crunchy topping combined with the juicy sausage center make for the ultimate bite.
21. Sausage Stuffed Peppers
Ditch the traditional beef stuffed peppers, and opt for a version filled with sausage with this tasty recipe. Garlic, herbs, cheese, rice, and sausage get stuffed in hollowed-out peppers before being baking in the oven. It’s an easy to serve, perfectly portioned dinner!
22. Sausage and Tomato Risotto
You can’t go wrong when it comes to pairing sausage and tomato together. Don’t believe me? Try out its sausage and tomato risotto recipe, and see for yourself!
23. Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
Skip the morning breakfast prep, and make everything the night before thank to this sausage hashbrown breakfast casserole. All you have to do in the morning is wake up, and put it in the oven!
24. Keto Breakfast Casserole
Just because you are on the Keto diet doesn’t mean you can’t have a filling and tasty breakfast. Just look at this Keto breakfast casserole, for example. It’s meat, cheesy, and unbelievably satisfying. Don’t be surprised when this dish makes a regular appearance in your breakfast rotation!
25. Sausage and Cheddar Stuffed Pretzel Balls
Pretzel balls are good on their own, but they are one hundred times better when they are stuffed with sausage and cheddar cheese. These little bites make perfect snacks, appetizers, and game-day treats!
26. Easy Sausage Tortellini Soup Recipe
Warm up with a bowl of this creamy sausage tortellini soup. You might as well double the recipe so you can enjoy it all week long. Trust me. You’re going to want several bowls!
FAQs
While the two have many similarities, they are not the same thing. Ground pork is rather plain ground meat. Meanwhile, ground sausage has additional seasoning and additives like fat, spices, and salt.
Yes, just like any other meat, ground sausage can become overcooked. You want to cook the meat so it browns and forms a golden crust. However, it should not cook so long that it burns and dries out.
If you find that your ground sausage is rubbery, chances are you overcooked it. Pay attention to the recipe, and follow the timing on the instructions to make sure it doesn’t overcook and come out rubbery!
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They all look so fabulous! I need to try that croissant breakfast casserole 😍 Thanks for including our creamy sausage pasta!
You’re so welcome! It’s delicious. We hope you do give the casserole a try!