Cumberland Sausage

Cumberland Sausage

Cumberland Sausage is a traditional English dish made from chopped pork and seasonings. This recipe will guide you through the process of making your own Cumberland Sausage at home.

Ingredients

  • Sausage casings (10-12 feet)
  • Dried thyme (1 teaspoon)
  • Dried sage (1 teaspoon)
  • Nutmeg (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper (1 teaspoon)
  • Salt (2 teaspoons)
  • Breadcrumbs (100g)
  • Pork belly (500g, chopped)
  • Pork shoulder (1kg, chopped)

Instructions

  1. Combine the pork shoulder and pork belly in a large bowl.
  2. Add the breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, nutmeg, sage, and thyme. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Rinse the sausage casings in warm water and keep them in a bowl of warm water until you're ready to use them.
  4. Using a sausage stuffer, stuff the meat mixture into the casings. Twist the sausages into links at regular intervals.
  5. Place the sausages in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  6. Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium heat.
  7. Cook the sausages for 15-20 minutes, turning regularly, until they are browned all over and cooked through.
  8. Serve the Cumberland Sausages hot, with mashed potatoes and gravy for a traditional English meal.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 60 minutes • Calories: 500 • Fat: 35g • Carbs: 5g • Protein: 40g • Sodium: 1200mg • Sugar: 1g