PARTNER POST: We’ve teamed up with Bonne Maman to bring you the best homemade breakfast and brunch recipes to show Mom you care this Mother’s Day and all spring long.
Make breakfast special by serving a homemade breakfast sausage infused with the flavors of wild blueberry and fresh thyme. Perfect alongside pancakes, waffles, or eggs and toast.
As a kid, I loved scavenging the neighborhood for a flower (or 20) to present to mom on Mother’s Day. And while I would have gladly whipped up a glorious bowl of cereal or a plate of toast spread with some of my grandma’s homemade jelly to bring her breakfast in bed, she always seemed to be awake before me. But serving her at the kitchen table was still a fun task.
Now, as a mom myself, I know the joy of receiving handmade cards, carefully thought-out poems, macaroni necklaces, clay spoon rests, and a bouquet of wild violets, daffodils, with the occasional (and possibly pilfered) tulip. 
As my kids have gotten older, my special breakfast has evolved from toaster waffles and a syrup to eggs and bacon or sausage with toast and a jar of my favorite homemade (or so-close-it-passes-for-homemade jar of Bonne Maman) preserves. Nothing says it like homemade!
Speaking of my favorite brand of store bought preserves, did you know that Bonne Maman translates to “grandmother” or “granny”? Just like my own grandma’s homemade jelly that I grew up on, Bonne Maman’s preserves made using simple, wholesome ingredients that can be found in anyone’s pantry (no weird additives or high fructose corn syrup). Plus, they still use the same traditional French recipes they’ve used since the start.
The best part is that they taste just like homemade, and when I see them at the market, it always pulls me right back to browsing the rainbow of jars lined up on my grandma’s pantry shelves. I’d say the hardest part would be choosing your favorite variety!
Today I’m featuring Bonne Maman’s Wild Blueberry Preserves in a bit of an unexpected way—as an ingredient in a homemade sausage recipe that will surely delight mom this Mother’s Day! If you’re looking for a way to show your mom (or a mom in your life) your appreciation, why not say it with homemade?
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For another recipe idea, check out these strawberry muffins.
Click here for the written recipe.
Wild Blueberry and Thyme Breakfast Sausage
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes 24 1x
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
Sweet and savory breakfast sausage, bursting with wild blueberry and thyme. Perfect with pancakes or eggs!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs (680 g) ground pork
- 1 cups (237 ml) fresh bread crumbs
- 3 tbsp Bonne Maman Wild Blueberry Preserves
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Using wet hands, form the sausage mixture into 24 “links” or patties.
- Arrange the sausages on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about an inch between each sausage.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes at 350°F (177°C), or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers at least 165°F (74°C), flipping halfway through.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a mix of ground pork and ground sausage.
- If fresh thyme is unavailable, substitute 1 teaspoon of dried thyme.
- These sausages freeze well! Cool completely before storing in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sausage
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 80
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen wild blueberries instead of fresh ones for the sausage?
Yes, you can use frozen wild blueberries; just make sure to thaw and drain them to avoid excess moisture in the sausage.
What type of meat is best for making the breakfast sausage?
Ground pork is typically recommended for breakfast sausage, as it provides a nice balance of flavor and fat to complement the wild blueberries and thyme.
How do I incorporate the thyme into the sausage mixture?
Chop the fresh thyme finely and mix it into the ground meat along with the wild blueberries and other seasonings to ensure even distribution of flavor.
