$5 Seasoning I’ll Never Buy Again! Homage + Recipe
💸 $5 Seasoning I’ll Never Buy Again
One of my favorite parts of learning to cook from scratch is realizing how many things I don’t need to buy anymore.
Breakfast sausage seasoning was one of the first to go.
Instead of buying seasoning packets filled with ingredients I can’t pronounce, I mix my own from bulk spices I already keep in the pantry. It’s cheaper, tastes better, and turns our home-raised pork into the perfect breakfast sausage.
🥓 Homemade Breakfast Sausage Seasoning
• 3 tbsp sage
• 2 tbsp salt
• 2 tbsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp thyme
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1-2 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
Want maple sausage? Add maple syrup while browning the meat.
Little by little, we’re building a kitchen that relies less on the grocery store and more on ingredients we already have at home. Some days it feels like a small thing, but every homemade staple adds up.
What’s one food or seasoning you’ve stopped buying because homemade is just better? 👇
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Making your own breakfast sausage seasoning is not only cheaper but also a great way to control what goes into your food. When I first started experimenting with this homemade seasoning blend, I was amazed at how fresh and vibrant the flavors tasted compared to store-bought packets. Using bulk spices I usually keep in my pantry made it convenient and reduced waste, especially since pre-packaged seasoning often comes in excess. One tip I discovered is adding maple syrup while browning the seasoned meat for a delicious maple breakfast sausage twist, which elevates the flavor and adds natural sweetness without artificial additives. I've also found that customizing the amount of crushed red pepper allows me to tailor the spice level perfectly to what my family enjoys. Another advantage of making your own seasoning mix is the ability to avoid preservatives and unpronounceable ingredients common in many commercial products. This aligns well with a homemade, from-scratch lifestyle and supports the move toward clean eating and ingredient-conscious cooking. Batching this seasoning and storing it in an airtight container supports meal prepping and frees me from multiple trips to the store, which saves time and money. Plus, it feels satisfying to build a kitchen stocked with pantry staples that support homemade cooking and reflect self-sufficiency. For those who enjoy preserving food or cooking from scratch, this recipe complements other homemade staples nicely. It’s a simple way to make your breakfast healthier and more delicious while supporting a homegrown, farm-to-table lifestyle. If you haven’t tried making your own seasoning blends yet, this breakfast sausage recipe is a perfect place to start.
Also Add ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger