Turkey Sausage with Polenta Pucks

Savor the perfect balance of comfort and elegance with this recipe for *Turkey Sausage with Polenta Pucks*. This dish features homemade turkey sausage seasoned with bold spices like fennel, paprika, and red pepper flakes, offering a healthier twist on classic sausage. Paired with crispy, golden polenta rounds—affectionately called "pucks"—this recipe is a textural masterpiece. A rich marinara sauce ties everything together, while a sprinkling of Parmesan and fresh parsley adds a burst of flavor and freshness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this 45-minute meal combines hearty, wholesome ingredients with easy preparation. Plus, the gluten-free polenta makes it a versatile option for a variety of dietary needs. Serve up this dish for a comforting, yet refined, meal that’s sure to impress! Keywords: turkey sausage, polenta pucks, gluten-free dinner, quick dinner recipe, homemade sausage.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 roll prepared polenta (log-shaped)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey with fennel seeds, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined to make the turkey sausage mixture.

Step 2

Shape the turkey sausage into 8 small patties or leave as ground sausage for crumbling later, depending on preference.

Step 3

Slice the prepared polenta log into 8 evenly thick disks (roughly 1/2 inch thick).

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the polenta disks to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Remove and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and cook the turkey sausage patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and browned. For crumbled turkey sausage, break it apart with a spoon while cooking until browned and cooked through.

Step 6

Heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through.

Step 7

To assemble: Place two polenta pucks on each plate, top with turkey sausage patties or crumbles, and spoon marinara sauce over the top.

Step 8

Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1267.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1377.5

Total Fat 73.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 342.0mg	0%
Sodium 4131.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 105.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 319.1mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 293.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.6%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 21.9%