Chicken, Apple, Herb Breakfast Sausage

1. 1

   In a large, heavy skillet heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the onions and apples and cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Remove from the pan and cool.

5. 5

   In a large bowl combine the chicken, pork, thyme, sage, salt and pepper.

6. 6

   Add the cooled onion mixture and mix well.

7. 7

   On a plastic-covered surface, form the mixture into 8 (4-ounce) patties, about 3 inches in diameter each.

8. 8

   Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a 12-inch skillet over high heat.

9. 9

   Add 4 patties to the pan and cook until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.

10. 10

    Remove from the pan and serve hot.

11. 11

    Melt the butter in a nonstick saute pan over medium heat.

12. 12

    When butter is melted, carefully crack the eggs into the pan.

13. 13

    Cook for 4 minutes for sunny side up.

14. 14

    Serve eggs with sausage and garnish with chives.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.