Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Arrange the sheets of patties onto the pans with the patty paper on the bottom.
- Bake for 20 minutes until the patties reach 165°F but are not browning.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- When ready to use, brown the par-cooked patties in a skillet over medium heat.
Disclosure: Nutrition is estimated and provided for general guidance.
Notes
Cooking sausages to 165°F without browning creates a par-cooked product that finishes perfectly when reheated. Leaving the patty paper underneath during baking simplifies cleanup and makes the patties easier to separate after cooking. Cool completely before portioning into freezer bags—I typically store in sets of 4-6 patties for family breakfasts. Frozen patties go straight into a preheated skillet over medium heat and brown in 3-4 minutes per side. This method works with any brand of pre-formed sausage patties, though cooking times may vary slightly based on thickness. The investment of 25 minutes of oven time yields 42 ready-to-use portions that transform rushed mornings into manageable ones.
