Ingredients

  • 1 pound pork shoulder butt, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 8 ounces bacon slices, chopped
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

  • Line baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Process half of pork and half of bacon in processor until pork is coarsely chopped.
  • Transfer to large bowl.
  • Repeat with remaining pork and bacon.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients.
  • Form mixture into twelve 2 1/2-inch-diameter patties.
  • Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead.
  • Cover and chill.)
  • Heat heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add 6 patties and saute until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Transfer patties to paper towels.
  • Wipe skillet clean.
  • Repeat with remaining patties.
  • Serve warm.