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Homemade Turkey Sausage Burgers

September 2, 2015 by Tiffany King 1 Comment

This recipe is a breakfast-y spin on burgers. It’s also a great way to take plain, ground turkey and season it like sausage. I’m all about using what you’ve got on hand, and I’m more likely to have ground turkey than sausage. But I do make sure to keep the pantry stocked with McCormick spices, so seasoning the meat is a great option.

I served the turkey sausage burgers, draped with melted Colby-Jack cheese, piled high with lettuce and tomato stacked on toasted English muffins. A bit of mayo topped things off.

Eat this sandwich for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. No matter what meal, you won’t be disappointed. If you like eggs, try add a poached egg on top of the sausage.

Here’s what you’ll need to make the turkey sausage burgers:

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Homemade Turkey Sausage Burgers

Servings: servings

Ingredients

2 lbs. Ground turkey
1 1/2 tsp. Kosher salt
1 tsp. Black pepper
1 1/2 tsp. Rubbed sage
1 1/2 tsp. Ground thyme
1 tsp. Rosemary
1/4 tsp. Smoked paprika
1 Tbs. Brown sugar
6 slices Colby-Jack or Cheddar cheese
English muffins
Lettuce and tomato
Mayonnaise

Instructions

Mix the turkey, all the spices and the brown sugar together until well combined.
Form the meat into 6 patties.
Grill or cook in a skillet until cooked through.
Top the patties with cheese.
Serve on toasted English muffins, topped with lettuce and tomato and served with mayonnaise.

Feel free to vary the spices and herbs to your own taste. If you like spicy things, you might like to add McCormick Red Pepper Flakes or Cayenne Pepper to the mix.

Have you ever heard the term “breakfastarian”? I’m pretty sure I could fall into that category, because I love breakfast at any time of the day. If that describes you too, you’ll love these Turkey Sausage Burgers!

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by McCormick. All opinions are my own.

Sausage, Ham and Cheese Quiche

January 30, 2014 by KimM 3 Comments

I have to admit, I used to think pie shells were only meant for dessert. I went for years refusing to eat Chicken Pot Pie, Quiche or any savory dish with a pie crust. Finally, when desperately trying to come up with something different for dinner one night (and use ingredients I had on hand) I made a quiche and realized what I had been missing! I also thought that quiche could only be a fluffy, non-filling dish and boy was I wrong. This recipe is loaded with meat, cheese, potatoes, and the best part, it’s so easy to make! Another huge bonus, my very picky 12 year old loved it.

I have been all about “re-purposing” leftovers, and this dish is great for that. I used a leftover baked potato, and leftover chicken sausage. You could use whatever you have on hand as well. My children won’t eat peppers and onions, but they would be great additions too. This meal is hearty enough for dinner, but makes a great breakfast or brunch item. [Read more…] about Sausage, Ham and Cheese Quiche

Healthier Sausage “McMuffin” Casserole

November 20, 2013 by KimM 28 Comments

I love casseroles. I also love breakfast food…anytime of the day. Therefore, breakfast casseroles that can be served for breakfast, brunch or dinner are just my thing. Last year, I made an ‘egg mcmuffin’ casserole and have been meaning to make a sausage version ever since – because if calories didn’t count, I’d order a Sausage McMuffin over a regular one any day. Unfortunately, calories do count so I avoid the golden arches as much as possible, but can still have this yummy and healthier casserole whenever I want!

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Ingredients

4 English muffins split *I used Nature's Own 100 calorie multi-grain
1/2 to 1 lb. turkey sausage cooked & crumbled
1 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese
4 eggs or 1/2 cup Egg Beaters and 2 eggs
1 1/4 cup skim milk
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat over to 325 degrees F.
Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with nonstick spray.
Cube English muffins, and add half in a single layer in baking dish.
Top with half of the cooked sausage and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
Layer the remaining English muffins, sausage and remaining cheese.
Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour, but can be left overnight.
Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until eggs are set.

I added a little extra cheese to the top because my family loves cheese. You can also double the recipe and bake in a 9 x 13 casserole dish if serving a crowd. The recipe is very versatile in that you can really tailor it to your family’s taste, which is why I put 1/2 to 1 pound of sausage. You can also use American cheese for a more “mcmuffin” flavor if you like.

What about you? Do you love breakfast food? Do casseroles make you as happy as they do me? I’m actually getting ready to prepare this chicken casserole for dinner. If you have a favorite feel free to let me know, I’m always looking for new ideas!

Kim M. is a married mother of 3; ages 12, 10, and 5. She is the author of Makin’ it Mo’Betta where she blogs about food, family and and her adventures in the kitchen.

Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole

February 26, 2013 by Tiffany King 31 Comments

I actually didn’t make this casserole for breakfast, but for brunch after church. It’s a perfect after church meal, because it’s easy to throw together while you’re trying to rush everyone out of the house. And the cook time is perfect to have it ready when you get back.

I used potatoes with onions and peppers in them to add plenty of flavor without adding a chopping step. This one is really just “assembly only”. Important when you’re trying not to be the last family to slip into the sanctuary.

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New England Blueberry Coffee Cake

June 19, 2012 by Tiffany King 13 Comments

How many U.S. states have you been too? I have not been to very many, but that doesn’t mean I don’t want to go. You know those culprits – time and money – that keep us from getting to do what we’d like to do.

So I had an idea that this summer I would travel the country from my own kitchen and invite you to come along.

This week, we’re in the New England states of Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts. I would love to visit this area of the world, because I hear it is beautiful! If you’re from New England, please leave a comment and let me know. And tell us what your favorite regional foods are – links welcome!

I chose to make this recipe for New England Blueberry Coffee Cake. I found the recipe on AllRecipes. The only change I made was the baking time. The time the recipe states was no where near long enough. I also forgot to add the flour to the butter and brown sugar in the topping. It still turned out, but the flour would have made it more like a crumb topping.

We loved this cake. It’s full of blueberries, topped with brown sugar and butter and studded with walnuts. Oh my! [Read more…] about New England Blueberry Coffee Cake