Wild Hog Breakfast Sausage Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds wild hog meat , finely ground
• 1/2 pound pork fat , ground (for moisture and richness)
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt (to enhance flavor and preserve)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper , freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon dried sage (classic breakfast sausage herb)
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adds mild heat)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (adds depth and smokiness)
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar (balances the spice)
• 2 cloves garlic , minced
• 1/4 cup cold water (to keep the mixture moist)