Mornings get a serious upgrade when breakfast sausage is this fragrant, satisfying, and completely free of fillers, grains, or mystery additives. Ground turkey gets seasoned with sage, lightly crushed fennel seeds, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder — a spice lineup that delivers that classic savory-sweet sausage flavor without any of the processed shortcuts. A pinch of red pepper flakes is optional if you like a little heat, and avocado oil keeps the cook clean and grain-free from start to finish. The patties are pressed to an even half-inch thickness so they cook through evenly, developing a deep golden crust in about four to five minutes per side. Store-bought breakfast sausage is notoriously full of sugar, fillers, and preservatives that make it a headache to vet, so making your own takes all the guesswork off the table. This recipe makes eight patties and serves four, so it's easy to double and stash extras in the fridge for a fast weekday breakfast. Pair them with eggs and fresh fruit and you've got a morning meal that actually keeps you going.
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Combine the ground turkey, sage, fennel seeds, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix with your hands until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat, about 30 seconds — do not overwork.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a round patty about 1/2 inch thick.
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