1 lb. pork (2 c. chopped)
2 1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. black pepper
2 1/2 tsp. sage
1/2 tsp. sugar
Dash of red pepper, if desired

If you have a taste for American sausage here is the way to prepare a small amount. Buy a fresh piece of pork loin that has some fat to go with the lean. It should have about one third fat to two thirds lean for good sausage.

Cut the meat and fat into strips or pieces to go into the meat grinder. Blend seasonings and the strips; put through the food grinder twice. If you don't have what is called a sausage grinder, use the medium-fine blade with a food chopper. Cover and let stand overnight, refrigerated, before using to let the seasonings soak into the meat. Pat into flat balls and fry.