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Indiana Farm Sausage

Ingredients: 

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

Instructions: 

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

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