Favorite Turkey Burger

Name: Favorite Turkey Burger
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (preferably 93 percent lean); 1/2 cup finely grated Gruyère cheese; 4 scallions, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 1 garlic clove, minced; Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper; Vegetable oil, for grates; 4 hamburger buns; Cheese slices; Sliced beefsteak tomatoes; Red and white onion (raw or grilled); Ketchup; Mustard; Pickles; Mayonnaise; Boston lettuce leaves

December 14, 2011

In this recipe, cheese and mustard are incorporated into the burger rather than being used as toppings. For juicier burgers, avoid using the leanest ground turkey.

Recipe information

Yield
Serves 4

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (preferably 93 percent lean)

1/2 cup finely grated Gruyère cheese

4 scallions, thinly sliced

1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs

1/4 cup Dijon mustard

1 garlic clove, minced

Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper

Vegetable oil, for grates

4 hamburger buns

Suggested accompaniments

Cheese slices

Sliced beefsteak tomatoes

Red and white onion (raw or grilled)

Ketchup

Mustard

Pickles

Mayonnaise

Boston lettuce leaves

Preparation

Step 1
Heat the grill to high. In a medium bowl, use a fork to gently combine the turkey with the Gruyère, scallions, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, and garlic; season generously with salt and pepper. Dividing the mixture evenly, gently form the mixture into four 1-inch-thick patties.
Step 2
Lightly oil the grill. Place the patties on the hottest part of the grill; sear until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Move the patties to the cooler part of the grill; continue grilling until cooked through, 5 to 10 minutes per side.
Step 3
Split the hamburger buns and toast on the grill if you like; place a burger on each bun and serve with the desired accompaniments.

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Recipe information

Ingredients

Suggested accompaniments

Preparation

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