Ground Turkey Sausage (Print Version)
Lean, savory turkey sausage seasoned with sage, thyme, and smoked paprika. Quick and versatile for any meal.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb ground turkey (preferably thigh for more flavor)
→ Spices & Seasonings
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
04 - 1 tsp dried sage
05 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
06 - 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
07 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
→ Herbs
10 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
→ Other
11 - 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
# How-To:
01 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey with all spices, seasonings, and fresh parsley if using. Mix gently until just combined; do not over-mix.
02 - Divide mixture into 8 equal portions and shape into patties, or leave loose for use in recipes.
03 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, or until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
04 - Serve warm as breakfast sausage, in sandwiches, or crumble into scrambled eggs or pasta.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Youll never go back to preservative-packed commercial sausage once you realize how easy this is
- The spice blend hits all those breakfast sausage notes but with way less guilt
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- Ground turkey needs to be cooked thoroughly but obsessively checking the temperature with a thermometer will prevent dry disasters
- Letting the mixture rest in the fridge for an hour before cooking helps the flavors meld together like magic
03 -
- Wet your hands slightly before shaping patties to prevent the meat from sticking to your fingers
- Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up into spheres while cooking