Sausage Recipes
Microwave Pepperoni
Makes 4 (8 ounce) rolls.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons meat cure
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano leaves, crushed
- 1 teaspoon onion salt
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 teaspoon fennel seed
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in large bowl; mix well. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a roll, approximately 8 inches long and 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate 24 hours.
- Remove plastic wrap. Place rolls on microwave roasting or bacon rack. Cover with wax paper. Microwave on 30 percent power for 1 hour, turning rolls over and rearranging every 15 minutes. If necessary, continue to cook until rolls have reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Drain on paper towels. Cool. Wrap lightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate up to two weeks; freeze for longer storage.
- Use as you would regular pepperoni in your favorite Italian dishes and snacks.
Nutrition
Per 1 ounce serving: 54 calories, 501mg sodium