Herbed Turkey Breakfast Sausage with Garlic & Basil

Fresh herbs make all the difference in this turkey sausage, bringing bright, garden-fresh flavor that dried herbs just can’t match.

Garlic and onions sautéed right into the mix add aromatic depth, while cracker crumbs bind everything together and keep the patties tender.

A splash of white wine (or water if you prefer) adds moisture and helps the seasonings bloom.

Form into breakfast patties, shape into links, or crumble as bulk sausage for recipes like gravy or stuffing.

Kitchen Tips

• Mince the garlic very fine so you don’t bite into large chunks when you eat the sausage
• Fresh herbs are key here; if you must substitute dried, use only ⅓ the amount since dried herbs are more concentrated
• Cracker crumbs work better than breadcrumbs for binding; they add a subtle buttery flavor and lighter texture
• Brown the sausage over medium heat rather than high; too much heat will dry out the lean turkey