Beef Breakfast Sausage Patties

In a bowl, combine the ground beef, sage, thyme, fennel seed, garlic powder, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix gently with your hands until the seasoning is evenly distributed. 2. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate 30 minutes or overnight so the herbs bloom into the meat. 3. Form into 8 patties about 3 inches across and 1/2 inch thick. 4. Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through to 160F. 5. Serve with eggs and greens. Cooked patties keep 4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen - reheat from frozen in a covered skillet over low heat.