Turkey Bolognese Burgers on Toasted Garlic Buns
Posted by Aggies Kitchen on December 8th, 2008. Filed under: Aggie's Kitchen Original, Burgers, Healthy Meals, Main Dishes - Ground Turkey, South Beach Friendly.
So anyone done with their Christmas shopping? I’m typically one of the people who is still shopping on December 23rd, but I think this year I finally have my act together and will be finished by this weekend. It’s a good feeling to finish a little earlier, I did a bit of my shopping online which made things a lot easier when shopping for the kids since they are usually with me at the stores. Now having the presents wrapped and under the tree early…that might be overachieving for me, we’ll see…I’m working on it.
On to dinner…tonight I made an alternative to the typical turkey burger. Really, this is nothing like a turkey burger. It actually reminded me of a huge meatball on a bun. It was delicious. To keep it moist and flavorful (since ground turkey is known for being pretty bland), I added sauteed vegetables to the meat mixture before making the patties. You get the added bonus of extra veggies, while keeping the meat seasoned perfectly. My husband loved it, and I think you will too.
Turkey Bolognese Burgers
8oz (1 package) baby portabella mushrooms, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
about 1 tsp garlic powder
about 1 tsp dried oregano
about 1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp of red pepper flakes (or more if you want a kick!)
salt and pepper to taste
3 TB egg whites (or 1 egg, beaten)
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
tomato sauce, (homemade or jarred – I used Newman’s Own Tomato Basil for sake of time)
mozzarella cheese, shredded or sliced
French Hamburger Buns or Prudy’s Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns
Turn broiler on.
In large hot non-stick skillet, add mushrooms, onions and seasonings to about 2 tsps of olive oil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook for about 10 minutes till vegetables are cooked down. Let cool to room temperature.
In a large bowl combine turkey, cooked vegetable mixture, egg whites and Parmesan. Mix gently but thoroughly. Add salt and pepper to taste. Form into 5 patties.
Place on broiler rack about 8 inches from heat. Cook for about 20 minutes until browned. Add tomato sauce liberally on each patty. Add mozzarella cheese over sauce and place back under broiler. Cook for about another 5-7 minutes or until cheese is bubbling.
Serve on Toasted Garlic Buns.
To make Toasted Garlic Buns – Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over both sides of buns. Sprinkle with garlic powder and oregano. Place under broiler for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Keep an eye on them!
(Shown here on Prudy’s Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns…)Enjoy!
December 9th, 2008 at 1:06 am
I know what I’d add to make it moist and tasty – bacon! But that’s just me…
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December 9th, 2008 at 1:10 am
These look sooo good Aggie! This is going right on my life of things to make! Love this!
December 9th, 2008 at 1:11 am
life should have been list (list of things to make) whoops
December 9th, 2008 at 1:37 am
Sounds like a nice, healthy alternative to a regular burger.
December 9th, 2008 at 1:55 am
I usually prefer turkey burgers to their beef counterparts. Yours look juicy and delicious!
December 9th, 2008 at 2:08 am
Sounds yummy!
I must admit, I finished my holiday shopping yesterday! Wahooooo!
December 9th, 2008 at 2:48 am
This burger looks delicious! I so want one of these!
I’m almost done with the shopping! Now I just need to get it all wrapped before Christmas Eve! ;o)
December 9th, 2008 at 3:37 am
Looks delicious!!!
December 9th, 2008 at 5:15 am
Everything about these burgers sounds delicious! I’m usually done with my Christmas shopping by now, but this year I’m not even 50% complete!
December 9th, 2008 at 12:12 pm
You know, I’m the opposite of you — I’m usually done (or nearly done) with Christmas shopping by now, but this year I am waaaaaay behind (I blame it on blogging cutting into my recreational time!) Your burgers look delicious! Healthy and satisfying!
December 9th, 2008 at 12:45 pm
Looks delish! I’ll probably be experimenting more with ground turkey since this hunting season was rough on Grumpy.
December 9th, 2008 at 3:31 pm
Yum, those look delicious. Almost like a cross between a turkey burger and chicken parm. I will need to make these soon! And good luck with all your wrapping, I haven’t started mine yet either.
December 9th, 2008 at 5:53 pm
Oh my, I need to make these very soon – what a great idea!
December 9th, 2008 at 6:35 pm
Aggie, this looks so wonderful, I can’t wait to try this.
December 9th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
Yum, this is my kind of burger. It looks absolutely mouth watering! I am so happy to have my shopping done early this year. It feels so good!
December 10th, 2008 at 12:32 am
Omg YUM! I’m way behind on gifts this year but ahead on baking. I think I’ll be combining the two!
December 10th, 2008 at 2:36 pm
Aggie- this burger looks so good to me and the fact that you said it taste like a giant meatball, just about put me over the edge. Super yum! Plus, you served it on my favorite buns! yummy!
December 10th, 2008 at 3:21 pm
You always make the best burgers! I made your Mediterranean Turkey Burgers (I used lamb) last night with the Roasted Red Pepper and Herb Mayonnaise — and they were absolutely delicious. I’ll be blogging about them next week. BTW, I’ve added you to my list of Favorite Foodie Blogs on my sidebar.
December 10th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
Garlic buns! Yum! I am sure they add a nice flavor!
December 10th, 2008 at 4:55 pm
These burgers are calling my name – they look fantastic Aggie. I may have to put these on the menu for next week.
December 10th, 2008 at 5:57 pm
Aggie – I left you an award on my blog.
December 10th, 2008 at 6:37 pm
Aggie, this looks and reads like a true creation. They look juicy and delicious.
December 10th, 2008 at 6:37 pm
I love those! They look wonderful!
December 10th, 2008 at 8:28 pm
I always love your burger recipes they are so what I would eat! Looks delicious.
December 10th, 2008 at 9:28 pm
I did A LOT of my shopping online–so much easier.
This burger looks really good. Amazed at how good for you it is.
December 10th, 2008 at 9:37 pm
Oooh, Aggie, look at how thick your turkey burgers are! I like how you seasoned them up and added the mushrooms. Like your saute pan, too! I’m in awe that you’ll be finished by this weekend! I’ve not started yet, but plan to power it out this weekend!
December 11th, 2008 at 1:30 am
What a great idea! Those burgers look so tasty!
December 11th, 2008 at 1:39 am
Hi Aggie, so sorry I missed your posts, been on vacation for about three weeks and look at all the lovely foodies I missed.. how are you?
December 11th, 2008 at 3:17 am
Ohhhhh.yummy! Love the burgers!
I am jealous have have all your shopping done!
February 10th, 2009 at 10:49 am
Yummy, its look delicious.