Wednesday, August 22, 2012

When I Say Apple, Y'all Say Cheddar!


Alright, so this post is going to be short and sweet.  Why, you ask?  Well, I'm just flat out exhausted!  A long, testing-filled day at school, combined with a tiring (in a good way) aerobics video makes for one wiped-out teacher. I know that I've posted a turkey burger recipe before, but if you're like me, and you like to keep things healthy, then you can never have too much of a good thing.  I enjoy recipes where you have one protein to buy but countless ways to prepare it.  The apples keep the turkey moist, and the low-fat cheese oozes just enough to create the perfect crust on the outside of the patty.  Y-U-M.  YUM.


APPLE CHEDDAR TURKEY BURGERS

Ingredients (4 servings):

-1 lb. extra lean ground turkey
-1 gala apple (finely diced)
-1/2 c. 2% shredded sharp cheddar cheese
-salt and pepper to taste
-1/2 t. garlic powder
-1/2 t. ground sage
-1/4 t. crushed red pepper
-1/2 t. lemon pepper
-1 egg white

Combine all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.  Separate the meat into four equal portions.  press into patties about a half an inch thick.  Over medium high heat, cook the burgers for 5-7 minutes per side.  The turkey should be completely white on the inside.  Pink is NOT okay! Enjoy :)

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