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Italian Turkey Sausage

A simple homemade Italian turkey sausage blend you can form into patties, meatballs, or use as a pizza topping.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 2 teaspoons fennel seed crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper or more to taste for extra heat

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • plastic wrap or airtight container
  • mixing spoon or hands

Method
 

  1. Place the ground turkey in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the crushed fennel seed, dried oregano, kosher salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, sweet paprika, and crushed red pepper to the bowl.
  3. Mix everything thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
  4. Wrap the seasoned meat tightly in plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors develop.
  5. When ready to use, form into patties, meatballs, or use as a pizza topping and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

  • Refrigerate overnight for best flavor.
  • Adjust crushed red pepper to control spiciness.
  • Use immediately after chilling or freeze for later.