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 basil and 1/2 teaspoon fennel instead of the sage and red pepper flakes.

Number of servings

Serves 6
  1. Diabetes meal plan
  2. DASH diet
  3. Low-sodium
  4. Heart-healthy
  5. Weight management
  6. Low-fiber
  7. Low-fat
  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 dried 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. Serve right away.

Nutritional analysis per serving

Serving size: 2 patties

  • Total carbohydrate 1 g
  • Dietary fiber Trace
  • Sodium 42 mg
  • Saturated fat 1 g
  • Total fat 2 g
  • Total sugars 1 g
  • Cholesterol 42 mg
  • Protein 17 g
  • Monounsaturated fat 1 g
  • Calories 97
  • Trans fat Trace
  • Added sugars 0 g
  • Polyunsaturated fat Trace
  • Potassium 156 mg
  • Calcium 8 mg
  • Magnesium 13 mg
  • Vitamin D 6 IU
  • Iron 1 g
June 10, 2025

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