2 lbs. bulk sausage meat
1 1/2 c. cracker crumbs
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. minced onion
1 c. finely chopped apple
Canned apricots and parsley (garnish)

Combine all ingredients for ring and mix thoroughly with a fork. Press lightly into a lightly greased ring mold. Turn out in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Drain excess fat from pan. Finish baking for 30 more minutes at 350 degrees the morning of brunch.

To serve, fill center of ring with scrambled eggs. Sprinkle the eggs with paprika. Garnish the platter with broiled apricot halves and parsley. Beautiful and tasty brunch recipe!