American Breakfast Sausage

Patty Style

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American Breakfast Sausage
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These sausages go great with eggs just the way you like them cooked to order. Add some fresh squeezed orange juice and a hot cup of coffee, and you'll be ready to face the day.

What You Will Need

Ingredients for Infusing the Oil

  • 1 tsp dried sage leaf, or 1 tbs fresh chopped
  • 1 tsp dried thyme leaf, or 1 tbs fresh chopped
  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 1 tbs water

 

Ingredients for the Turkey

  • 2 tbs fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp brown sugar or turbinado sugar
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbs water to rehydrate dried herbs
  • 1 lb ground turkey (93/7. Lean, not nonfat)
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs or quick-cooking rolled oats

The Process

Put herbs, oil, and water in glass container and microwave until boiling, to re-hydrate or cook the herbs and season the oil. Cool. In a large bowl mix parsley, sugar, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Add cooled herbs. Gradually add 1 lbs ground turkey. Stir in bread crumbs and mix thoroughly. Form into ¼ cup size patties and fry until well done. Makes 9.


Additional Tips

  • Consider the spice level of the sausage. If it's spicy, a cooling beverage like a white wine or a light beer would be a good choice.
  • Experiment with different flavors. Don't be afraid to try new things and create your own unique pairings.
  • Enjoy! The most important thing is to enjoy your meal and have fun.

By following these tips, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that everyone will love.