Jalapeno Cheddar Turkey Burgers

Yield: 4 Serving

Per serving:

1 Leaner protein 1 1/3 Condiment 3/4 Fat

Ingredients

• 28 oz lean turkey or beef
• 2 tbsp minced onion 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 4 tbsp low-fat cream cheese
• 2 oz shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1 fresh jalapeño pepper, diced
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat grill to medium or oven broil to high
2. In a bowl combine cream cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, and jalapeño.
3. Combine meat, salt, pepper, and onion.
4. Divide meat into 4 even pieces (7 oz each)
5. Take 1/4 cream cheese mixture and flatten into a pancake shape.
6. Wrap meat around cheese ensuring cheese is completely covered.
7. Brush burger with olive oil.

To Grill:

Grill burgers over medium heat 6-7 minutes on each side( turkey internal temp 165 and beef internal temp 160°)

To Broil:

Place burgers on a foil-covered pan approximately 6" from broiler. Broil 5-6 minutes on each side