Homemade Turkey Breakfast Sausages Recipe
Introduction
Start your morning right with these homemade turkey breakfast sausages. They offer a flavorful and lean alternative to traditional pork sausages, perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 2 and ½ lbs. ground turkey
- 0.8 ounces (by weight) sausage seasoning
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, place the ground turkey.
- Step 2: Add the sausage seasoning and water to the bowl and mix well until fully combined.
- Step 3: Load the mixture into a sausage stuffer.
- Step 4: Stuff the mixture into collagen casings, then segment the sausages into your desired link lengths.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, consider adding finely chopped fresh herbs like sage or thyme to the mixture before stuffing.
- If you prefer a spicier sausage, mix in a pinch of crushed red pepper or cayenne powder.
- Use natural casings instead of collagen for a traditional texture if preferred.
Storage
Store uncooked sausages in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze the sausages for up to 3 months. When ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Cook thoroughly before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of meat instead of turkey?
Yes, ground chicken or pork can be used as alternatives, but adjust seasoning and fat content accordingly for best results.
Do I need special equipment to make these sausages?
A sausage stuffer and collagen casings are recommended to shape the sausages, but you can form patties by hand if you don’t have the equipment.
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Homemade Turkey Breakfast Sausages Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20–24 sausage links, depending on size 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
These Homemade Turkey Breakfast Sausages are a flavorful, lean alternative to traditional pork sausages. Made with ground turkey and a special sausage seasoning blend, they are juicy, tender, and perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch. Using collagen casings and a sausage stuffer, you can shape these sausages into links for a classic presentation.
Ingredients
Meat
- 2 and ½ lbs. ground turkey
Seasonings
- 0.8 ounces (by weight) sausage seasoning
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat: In a large mixing bowl, place the 2 and ½ pounds of ground turkey, ensuring it is fresh and cold for best binding results.
- Add Seasoning and Water: Sprinkle in 0.8 ounces of sausage seasoning evenly over the turkey, then pour in 1 cup of water. Mix thoroughly but gently to blend the seasoning and hydrate the meat without overworking it.
- Prepare Sausage Stuffer: Set up your sausage stuffer by attaching a clean collagen casing to the nozzle, ensuring there are no air pockets.
- Stuff the Sausages: Carefully load the turkey mixture into the sausage stuffer and begin to fill the casings, making sure to fill evenly without creating air bubbles. Shape the sausage into desired lengths by twisting the links at regular intervals.
Notes
- For best results, keep the meat mixture cold at all times to maintain texture and flavor.
- Collagen casings can be found online or at specialized butcher supply stores.
- Sausage seasoning typically contains a mix of salt, pepper, sage, thyme, nutmeg, and other spices – adjust according to taste preferences.
- After stuffing, sausages can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Cook sausages thoroughly before serving, either by pan-frying, grilling, or baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (estimated cooking time, depending on method)
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade turkey sausage, breakfast sausage, low fat sausage, turkey links, sausage recipe
