Serves 8

For the seasoning:

• 1 tbsp. chopped fresh sage leaves

• 2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves

• 1 tsp. fennel seeds, crushed

• ½ tsp. red pepper flakes, optional

• ⅛ tsp. ground nutmeg

• salt & black pepper, to taste

For the patties:

• 2 lbs. ground pork, lean 5% fat

• 6 slices smoked bacon, diced

• 2 tbsp. maple syrup

• 1 tbsp. coconut oil

In a small bowl, combine all the seasoning ingredients and set aside.

In a large bowl, place the ground pork, bacon, maple syrup and the seasoning. Mix until well combined.

Shape into patties, using about ¼ cup of the pork mixture to form around 16 patties.

Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over a medium heat and cook the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Work in batches until all the sausage patties have been cooked.

Allow 2 patties per serving.