Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Italiano Turkey Burger

Ingredients:
6 oz raw, ground turkey, 85% -94% lean ~ should yield 3.75 oz (3/4 Lean)
1/4 cup part skim ricotta or 1/4 cup 2% Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese (1/4 Lean)
1/4 tsp garlic powder (1/2 Condiment)
1/4 tsp fennel (1/2 Condiment)
1 tsp basil leaves (1/2 Condiment)
2 tbsp Rao's Marinara Sauce (1 Condiment)
1 tsp grated Parmesan cheese (1/3 Condiment)

Directions:
Place turkey, ricotta, garlic, fennel and basil into a mixing bowl. Mix until just combined. Form patties. Once all are formed, cook however you like to cook burgers. Grill (indoor or out), cook in hot skillet, or broil under broiler. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until an internal thermometer has reached 165 degrees. Top with marinara sauce and parmesan cheese.

Servings: 1 Lean and 3 Condiments