Reynolds Mansion B&B

Homemade Turkey Sausage: Heart-healthy

Servings: 16

Prep time:10 minutes

Ingredients:

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  1 package Ground Turkey

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  1/4 cup applesauce

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  1 tablespoon olive oil

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  1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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  1/2 teaspoon dried sage

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  1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

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  1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

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  1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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  1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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  1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Step 1:

Cut 4 inch squares of wax paper - approximately 16 squares

Step 2:

Mix all ingredients together very thoroughly by hand. Roll mixture into approximately 2 inch balls. Place each ball in the center of a wax paper square. Cover the ball with another piece of wax paper and flatten into a patty. Stack the patties 4 high and be sure to cover the top patty with wax paper square.

Step 3:

Put the patties in a resealable freezer bag and freeze.

Step 4:

To cook: Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Place over medium-high heat. Unwrap frozen patties (no need to thaw) and place in skillet. Cook patties 6 minutes on each side until no longer pink inside. (Do not overcook or they will be dry).

Step 5:

Serve with multigrain muffin, egg whites, and fat-free American cheese for a healthy egg sandwich.