Indiana Farm Sausage
2 pounds lean ground pork or turkey, at room temperature
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
24 slices or 50 balls
In a deep bowl, combine all ingredients, using hands if necessary
On wax paper, shape and roll mixture into 2 logs 6 inches long and 2 inches in diameter
Wrap in plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight
To serve, slice the rolls into rounds about 1/2 inch thick and fry in a heavy skillet over medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until done
Drain on paper towels and serve
An alternate way to prepare sausage is to shape mixture into large small balls
Freeze if desired
To serve, bake frozen on a rack, starting in a cold oven, for 20 minutes at 325 degrees F