Juicy Turkey Breakfast Sausage (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy turkey breakfast sausage packed with savory herbs, spices, and a touch of sweet brown sugar.
# Ingredients:
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1 pound ground turkey
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground sage
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1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/2 teaspoon pepper or red pepper flakes
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, seasonings, and brown sugar. Mix well with a spatula or your hands.
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the mixed turkey sausage to the skillet. Chop the meat roughly with a spatula, or form small patties and cook them in the skillet.
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Continue cooking until the turkey sausage reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Avoid overcooking to keep it juicy.
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Use the cooked turkey sausage in egg scrambles, omelettes, breakfast casseroles, sandwiches, or pair it with vegetables, spinach, and shredded cheese for a complete breakfast.
# Notes:
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Ground turkey can dry out quickly, so avoid overcooking. Cook it just until it's no longer pink but reaches 165°F for safety.
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Brown sugar adds a maple-like flavor to the turkey sausage. Adjust the quantity if desired.
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To create turkey patties, form 1/4-cup portions into patties and cook in a skillet.