Healthy Recipe:

Recipe: Lean country-style breakfast sausage

  • Low sodium = no more than 140 mg of sodium per serving
  • Low fat = no more than 3 g of fat per serving

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Dietitian's tip: For a milder flavor, use 1 teaspoon rosemary instead of the sage, black pepper and red pepper flakes. For an Italian flavor, try 1 teaspoon of basil and 1/2 teaspoon of fennel instead of the sage and red pepper flakes.

By Mayo Clinic staff
Serves 6

Ingredients

    1/2 pound lean ground pork loin
    1/2 pound ground turkey breast
    1 teaspoon sugar
    1 teaspoon dry mustard
    1 teaspoon onion powder
    1 teaspoon sage
    1 teaspoon ground black pepper
    1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together. Form the mixture into 12 patties.

Spray a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add the patties and cover. Cook until browned and juices run clear, about 5 minutes on each side. If using a thermometer, cook until internal temperature reaches 165 F.

Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.

Nutritional Analysis

(per serving)
Serving size: 2 patties
Calories102 Cholesterol36 mg
Protein17 g Sodium44 mg
Carbohydrate2 g Fibertrace
Total fat3 g Potassium178 mg
Saturated fat1 g Calcium14 mg
Monounsaturated fat1 g   
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Jan. 1, 2005

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