Homemade Breakfast Sausage

INGREDIENTS:

1 pound ground beef.
1 tablespoon salt.
1 teaspoon black pepper.
1 teaspoon ground sage.
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
1/2 teaspoon paprika.
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes.
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
1/4 teaspoon brown sugar.
1/4 cup cold water.

DIRECTIONS:

Begin by skipping the grinding step if using pre-ground beef.
In a small mixing bowl, combine all seasonings: salt, black pepper, sage, thyme, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar.
Place the ground beef in a larger bowl and add the seasoning mixture, ensuring the meat is thoroughly seasoned.
Pour cold water into the seasoned beef, gently mixing to retain moisture and simplify formation.
Decide on patties or crumbles. For patties, divide the beef and shape into 1/2-inch thick portions …