Fennel sausage is a type of spiced sausage made from meat, usually pork, and flavored with fennel seed, a flavorful, sweet and bitter herb. It is a popular seasoning in Italian cooking and is used in many Italian recipes that call for sausage. Fennel sausage is made by combining ground pork with fennel seed, red pepper flakes, garlic, and wine, and then cooking it until it is browned and crispy. It can be used in a variety of dishes, such as pasta, pizza, Thanksgiving stuffing, soup, and sandwiches. Fennel sausage has a mild, anise-like flavor that some liken to a mild version of black licorice. It is easy to make at home using a meat grinder and a few simple ingredients.