low fat turkey burger stuffed with cream cheese

How To Make low fat turkey burger stuffed with cream cheese

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  Combine the ingredients for the filling (minus the tomato slice), and set aside.
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  Combine the ingredients for the dressing, and set aside.
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  Place 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat.
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  Add the scallions, and mushrooms, and then sauté until soft, about 4 to 6 minutes. Do not let them burn.
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  Remove pan from heat and allow to completely cool.
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  Combine all the ingredients for the burger into a small bowl.
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  Chef's Note: If you want to add a bit of salt, wait until you are ready to cook it and sprinkle the salt on the outside before placing into the pan.
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  Chef’s Note: When adding the scallion/mushroom mixture, include the olive oil from the pan.
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  Very gently mix the ingredients until fully combined.
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  Chef’s Note: The more you mix the ingredients the tougher the burger will be, so be careful.
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  Take half of the mixture and form into a patty, about 4 inches in diameter, and 1/2 inch thick.
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  Chef’s Tip: If presentation is important to you, then you might want to form the patty using an egg ring or large salad ring. Remember, we eat first with our eyes.
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  Spread the cream cheese over the top of the patty, but leave a 1/2-inch border all round.
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  Add the slice of tomato.
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  Cover with the remainder of the turkey mixture, and press to seal.
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  Place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 375f (190c).
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  Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to an ovenproof sauté pan over medium heat.
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  When the pan is heated, add the burger, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until lightly browned.
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  Gently flip and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
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  Finish the burger, by placing the pan in the preheated oven for an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
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  Chef’s Note: The internal temperature of the burger should be 165f (74c).
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  Place the bib lettuce on a plate, place the burger on top, and garnish with the dressing. You might want to add a side of sweet potato fries: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/side/side-potatoes/oven-baked-sweet-potato-fries.html
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  Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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