Can Ground Sausage Replace Italian Sausage Links in Recipes?

Question

Hi, I see many recipes like this one https://www.177milkstreet.com/recipes/orecchiette-with-sausage-and-chard that call for "sweet or hot Italian sausage, casings removed". Since I always have ground sausage in the freezer, would that make for a decent substitute? Would I need to add any extra flavor to make the recipe work? My January goal is to use up everything in my fridge/freezer/pantry and do as little shopping as possible!
Thanks,
Carrie

April Dodd · Accepted Answer

Carrie - if you have ground sausage (i.e., sausage meat without a casing), then you are already one step ahead! You can go ahead and use that sausage (once thawed, of course), without needing to add any extra flavor. We simply give this recommendation to clarify that you don't want sliced or whole casing-bound sausage. - April D.

Can Ground Sausage Replace Italian Sausage Links in Recipes?

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