Ingredients
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1.5 pounds ground turkey
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1/4 cup bread crumbs (you can omit but remove 1 tablespoon ricotta cheese)
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1 egg, beaten
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1/4 white onion, finely chopped
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1/2 cup ricotta cheese (less 1 tablespoon if not using bread crumbs)
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1/4 cup parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon salt
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few grinds of black pepper
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option: 1 cup shredded zucchini
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1 tablespoon butter for saute pan (not grill)
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5-6 brioche hamburger buns
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sides
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lettuce leaves, romaine or iceberg, crispy cold
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sliced avocado
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sliced tomatoes (in season)
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mustard
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jalepanos
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salsa- red, mango or other
Directions
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1
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In a small sauté pan over low heat, sauté the onions until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. |
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In a large mixing bowl, add the turkey, breadcrumbs, ricotta, parmesan, egg, onions, zucchini if adding and salt and pepper. |
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3
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Mix very well assuring everything is well incorporated. I often use my hands to really mix together. |
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4
Done
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Form into round, flat patties to shape of bun and refrigerate, bringing to room temperature just before ready to grill. |
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5
Done
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Cook on a grill, or use a cast iron sauté pan with 1 tablespoon melted butter over medium heat and cook well until internal temperature is 165F, you do not want these to be at all pink in the center. The meat should be nicely browned on outside and white on the inside. |
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6
Done
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Serve immediately on a warmed brioche bun with sides of lettuce, avocado, tomato (in season), mustard. |
