TASTY ITALIAN BURGERS

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The best flavors of Italy are celebrated in these tempting turkey burgers-pesto, basil, tomato and mozzarella. Grill some up for an international cookout.-Sharon Novin, Northridge, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound lean ground turkey
1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
6 hamburger buns, split
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 tablespoons prepared pesto
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
6 lettuce leaves
6 slices tomato
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine Parmesan cheese and garlic. Crumble turkey and turkey sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties. , Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear., Brush buns with oil; grill, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until toasted. Serve burgers on buns with pesto, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, tomato and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 31g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 696mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.