Spicy Turkey Sausage

Ingredients

• 1 poblano chile, roasted, stemmed, seeded
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, tightly packed
• 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley, tightly packed
• 1/2 cup romaine lettuce, tightly packed
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 1/2 tablespoons crushed fresh oregano (or 2 tsp. dried)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon fennel seed
• 1 lb lean ground turkey

Directions

1. 1

   Place all ingredients, except turkey, in a food processor.

2. 2

   Process until smooth.

3. 3

   Scrape the mix into a medium size bowl.

4. 4

   Add the turkey and combine well with your hands until everything is evenly distributed.

5. 5

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to blend flavors.

6. 6

   Heat a nonstick skillet over moderate heat.

7. 7

   Form the sausage into 3" patties.

8. 8

   Fry the patties for 3-6 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned.

9. 9

   Serve immediately. Enjoy!