Turkey Breakfast Sausage

Start your mornings with homemade turkey breakfast sausage that’s flavorful, juicy, and packed with wholesome goodness. Lean turkey makes this sausage a lighter alternative to traditional pork while still delivering rich, savory flavor with every bite. Perfect for busy mornings, family breakfasts, or brunch gatherings, these sausages are a delicious way to fuel your day.

Made with simple pantry spices like sage, thyme, paprika, and a touch of garlic, this turkey sausage recipe is easy to prepare and full of bold, comforting flavor. Make sausage gravy for a comfort southern dish, or cooked in a skillet or baked in the oven, each patty comes out perfectly browned, tender, and satisfying — the ideal companion to eggs, pancakes, or a hearty breakfast bowl.

Versatile and convenient, these homemade turkey breakfast sausages are perfect for meal prep, freezer-friendly breakfasts, or quick weeknight dinners. Enjoy them as part of a balanced breakfast, tucked into a breakfast sandwich, or alongside your favorite sides. With rich flavor, juicy texture, and lean protein, this recipe is a must-have for any kitchen.

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Servings: 4 |

Time: 10 minutes

  • 1 lb ground turkey

    2 tsp ground sage

    1 tsp thyme

    1 tsp fennel seeds

    1 tsp paprika

    1 tsp oregano

    ½ tsp salt

    1 tsp black pepper

    ⅛ tsp nutmeg

    ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

    1. Add all the spices to a mortar and grind all of these together.

    2. Add the spice mix to the ground turkey and mix well.

    3. Form patties or links if desired, or can just brown if making it as ground sausage as you would need for the sausage gravy.

    4. If using immediately: Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil over medium heat in a skillet.

    5. Cook until golden brown, usually 2-3 minutes per side, if making patties.

    6. Serve immediately.

  • You can prepare the meat mixture iin advance, and freeze it or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.