Step 1

Place ground turkey in a large bowl; set aside.

Step 2

Mix together spices.

Step 3

Add spices to ground turkey and mix until spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Step 4

Mix in olive oil if using. (this add extra moisture)

Step 5

Shape turkey sausage into small patties.

Step 6

Fry up a small sample patty to test out the seasonings. Adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 7

Refrigerate overnight.

Step 8

Heat a bit of olive oil and butter in a large skillet on medium heat.

Step 9

Place sausages into the hot skillet and cook until until browned and the middle is no longer pink.

Step 10

Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of the patty.

Step 11

Be careful not to overcook or the sausages will be dry in texture.

Step 12

Let sausage drain on paper towels.

Step 13

Serve or freeze.