Country Style Sausage Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped or 1 pinch dried sage
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
vegetable oil (for frying)

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, stir together all the ingredients, except the vegetable oil for frying, until thoroughly combined.
Moistening hands with cold water; shape the mixture into 12 patties about 1/2 inch thick.
Chill in one layer for one hour, if time permits, to firm the patties.
In a skillet, heat a little vegetable oil over moderate heat.
Fry patties until cooked through and golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes per side.
Drain on paper towels.