Savory Marsala Turkey Burgers

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 2 lb ground turkey (85% lean)
• 1 unit large sweet onion, diced
• 1 unit red bell pepper, peeled and diced
• 5 unit large garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 0.25 cups marsala wine
• 2 unit large eggs
• 1 cups grated parmesan
• 0.5 cups italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cups fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 to taste salt and pepper
• 6 slices cheddar and american cheese slices

Instructions

1. Sauté the diced onions and red bell pepper in olive oil over low-medium heat for 10-12 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook until the vegetables are translucent.
3. Stir in the Marsala wine and butter, cooking for another 2-3 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
4. Combine the ground turkey and eggs in a large mixing bowl, mixing gently by hand.
5. Add the chopped parsley, grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoned breadcrumbs to the meat mixture and continue to mix by hand.
6. Fold in the cooled onion and bell pepper mixture, ensuring you scrape all the juices and butter from the pan into the bowl.
7. Adjust consistency if needed by adding a little more breadcrumbs or Parmesan if the mixture is too wet.
8. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 2-4 hours to allow flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up.
9. Form the mixture into patties and grill over medium-high heat until cooked through.
10. Top with slices of cheddar and American cheese during the last minute of grilling if desired.

Notes

Using a food processor to grate the Parmesan ensures a finer texture that incorporates better into the meat. Letting the mixture sit in the fridge is crucial for the patties to hold their shape on the grill.