Rustic Country-style Seasoned Ground Pork

1. Mix Seasonings with Ground Pork

Take your ground pork and place it in a bowl. Add the salt, fresh-ground black pepper, chopped fresh sage leaves (or dried sage if that’s what you have on hand), freshly grated nutmeg, and a pinch of cayenne. Using your hands, gently mix everything together. The key here is to ensure the seasoning is distributed evenly without mashing the meat too much. This light mixing will help the pork maintain its texture and distribute the flavors uniformly, giving you that perfect bite every time.

2. Taste Test a Small Patty

Next, form a small patty from the seasoned meat. Heat a small skillet over medium heat and cook the patty until it’s done. This taste test allows you to experience the flavors as they are, giving you a chance to adjust the seasoning if needed. If the patty tastes just right, you’re good to go. If it needs a bit more salt, pepper, or sage, now is the time to add it to the rest of the mixture.

3. Finish and Use as Desired

Once satisfied with the seasoning, your Rustic Country-style Seasoned Ground Pork is ready to be used in any dish you desire. Enjoy!