SAGE TURKEY SAUSAGE PATTIES

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When you want to cut salt and saturated fat, turkey sausage is a wonderful option. The aroma of these patties sizzling in the pan will wake up any sleepyhead. -Sharman Schubert, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried sage leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into twelve 3-in. patties., In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook patties in oil in batches over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 3-5 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels if necessary. Freeze option: Place patties on a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; cover and freeze until firm. Remove from pan and transfer to a resealable freezer container. To use, place patties on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake in a preheated 350° oven until heated through, 15 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges