Meats - Savory, Sizzling Additions to Your Brunch Menu

Although many brunch entrees include meat, you may want to serve a platter of bacon, sausage, ham, etc. as part of your menu. Whether you use the traditional pork versions or choose a turkey or other alternative, these dishes will be welcome on any table.

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Bacon Twists
Country Sausage

Bacon Twists
Makes 3 dozen

1 lb. sliced bacon
1/2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Cut each bacon slice in half widthwise. Combine brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
3. Dip each bacon strip in the sugar mixture, then twist it.
4. Place the strips on a foil-lined baking sheet.
5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until crisp. Serve warm.

Country Sausage
Makes 8 patties

2 lb. ground pork (75% lean)
2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. sage
1/2 tsp. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper

1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Shape into 8 4-inch patties. Cook for 5 minutes per side or until browned.