Lean country-style breakfast sausage
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.
SERVES 6
Ingredients
1/2 pound lean ground pork loin
1/2 pound ground turkey breast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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
Calories 102 Cholesterol 36 mg
Protein 17 g Sodium 44 mg
Carbohydrate 2 g Fiber trace
Total fat 3 g Potassium 178 mg
Saturated fat 1 g Calcium 14 mg
Monounsaturated fat 1 g
MAYO CLINIC HEALTHY WEIGHT PYRAMID SERVINGS
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DIABETES MEAL PLAN EXCHANGES
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DASH EATING PLAN SERVINGS
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