By Mayo Clinic Staff

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.

Number of servings

Serves 6
  1. DASH diet
  2. Low-sodium
  3. Heart-healthy
  4. Weight management
  5. Low-fiber
  6. Low-fat
  7. Diabetes meal plan
  8. Kidney diet

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 pound lean ground pork loin
  2. 1/2 pound lean ground turkey breast
  3. 1 teaspoon sugar
  4. 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  5. 1 teaspoon onion powder
  6. 1 teaspoon sage
  7. 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  8. 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

  • Total carbohydrate 1 g
  • Dietary fiber trace
  • Sodium 52 mg
  • Saturated fat 1 g
  • Total fat 5 g
  • Cholesterol 50 mg
  • Protein 15 g
  • Monounsaturated fat 2 g
  • Calories 109
  • Trans fat trace
  • Added sugars 1 g
Jan. 27, 2016

Original article: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/recipes/lean-countrystyle-breakfast-sausage/rcp-20049769