Grandma’s Apple Sage Turkey Sausage Patties
When grandma taught me to make this dish, she always told me that sausage and apples went together and made a great pair. Grandma also said that by adding sage to this combination, you have a really standout patty that completely steals the show at the breakfast table. These are perfect for busy mornings because they can easily be made ahead of time and pulled out right when you need them.
It is the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and earthy flavors that will have your family reaching for a second patty before the first batch is even off the platter..
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You will love these apple and sage sausage patties because they elevate a regular breakfast routine into a spectacular, gourmet meal. By using lean ground turkey, you get a lighter, healthier alternative to traditional pork sausage that stays incredibly juicy thanks to the fresh shredded apple mixed right into the meat.
It is a completely low-stress recipe that is perfect for meal prep. You can shape these patties ahead of time, freeze them, and have a wholesome, flavorful breakfast ready to fry up in minutes. If you want to create the ultimate show-stopping Southern brunch spread, serve these savory patties right alongside a warm pan of my Cornflake Coated Crispy Bacon!
Grandma’s Tips
Squeeze Out the Moisture: Don’t skip the step of letting the shredded apples sit and blotting them dry with paper towels. Getting that excess juice out is Grandma’s secret to making sure the patties hold their shape beautifully in the skillet instead of falling apart.
Mix Gently: When combining the ground turkey with the herbs and apple, mix it lightly with your hands or a spoon just until it comes together. Over-mixing can make the meat dense and tough, but a gentle touch keeps the patties incredibly tender.
Freeze with Wax Paper: Since these are so great for making ahead, flash-freeze the raw patties on your wax paper-lined baking sheets for an hour. Once they are firm, stack them in a freezer bag with small squares of wax paper between them so you can easily pull out just one or two at a time.
Grandma’s Apple Sage Turkey Sausage Patties
Equipment
- 1 peeler
- 1 shredder
- 1 colander
- paper towels
- 1 large bowl
- 1 large spoon
- 2 baking sheets
- wax paper
- 1 turner
- 1 knife
- 1 plate
Ingredients
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 ¼ lbs lean grounded turkey
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 large apple
- ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 Tbsp minced fresh sage
- 1 ¼ tsp salt
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp pepper
- 6 tsp olive oil, divided
Instructions
- Peel and shred the apple. Place the apple in a colander over a plate. Let it stand for 15 minutes.
- Squeeze and blot dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine the egg, garlic, seasonings, apple, parsley, and sage.
- Add the turkey, mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into sixteen 2-inch patties.
- Place the patties on waxed paper lined baking sheets.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tsps of oil over medium heat.
- In batches cook the patties for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the thermometer reads 165°. Add more oil as needed.
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What do you think?
Are you a fan of adding sweet fruit like apples to your breakfast meats, or do you prefer your sausage strictly savory? Let me know in the comments below if you added an extra pinch of red pepper flakes for a little more heat!
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