Breakfast Turkey Burgers

Name: Breakfast Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Ingredients: 1 1/3 pounds ground dark-meat turkey; 2 tablespoons finely chopped yellow onion; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage; 1 teaspoon ground fennel seed; 1 teaspoon light brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 medium garlic cloves, minced; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable oil, for grilling; 4 large English muffins; 3 tablespoons (about 1/3 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature; 4 large eggs

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Total: 35 mins Active: 20 mins

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1 1/3 pounds ground dark-meat turkey
2 tablespoons finely chopped yellow onion
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage
1 teaspoon ground fennel seed
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for grilling
4 large English muffins
3 tablespoons (about 1/3 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 large eggs

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Nutritional Information

Calories571
Fat27.58g
Saturated fat9.82g
Trans fat0.49g
Carbs35.43g
Fiber4.33g
Sugar2.38g
Protein45.68g
Cholesterol317.76mg
Sodium494.26mg
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Sausage breakfast sandwiches can be minefields of fat and calories. Making your own turkey sausage patties keeps things in the healthy range, without sacrificing flavor. Here, ground dark-meat turkey combines with onion, fresh sage, fennel seed, brown sugar, and a bit of garlic powder—all the things we love about pork breakfast sausages—to mingle with fried eggs on toasted English muffins.

by Kim Laidlaw

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How to Freeze Burgers

Place patties in a single layer or stack and separate layers with non-greased freezer paper. Insert carefully into a freezer bag, lay flat in the freezer (if you have the room), and consume within three months.

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How to Thaw Burgers

Do not thaw the patties at room temperature. Instead, stick the patties in the refrigerator and wait until they are at least partially thawed. You can grill partially frozen patties, but it may take longer for the centers to finish. This could also result in an unevenly cooked burger.

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How to Store Burgers

Store hamburger patties the same way you’d store ground beef. Either keep the meat in its original container or wrap in saran wrap and insert into a plastic bag. The meat should stay fresh for one to two days.

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How to Store Ground Turkey

Store raw ground turkey in its original container (or one that’s air-tight) for up to three days before cooking or freezing.

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How to Freeze Ground Turkey

While you can certainly overwrap the turkey in its original packaging, the best method is to remove it, place it in a freezer bag, and eliminate as much of the air as possible before placing it in your freezer. Frozen ground turkey can last up to four months if freezer burn is not present.

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How to Thaw Ground Turkey

Ground turkey can be thawed in the microwave or in a bowl of cold water (while still in the freezer bag), but must be cooked immediately. Ground turkey thawed in the fridge will have up to two days before it must be cooked and consumed.

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Instructions

1In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, onion, sage, fennel seed, brown sugar, and garlic powder. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and some black pepper. Use your hands to gently combine. Divide the meat into 4 equal portions and shape each into an even 1/2-inch-thick patty. Using your thumb, make a shallow indentation in the center of each patty (this helps the patties cook more evenly). Transfer the patties to a plate and set aside.
2Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high, about 375°F to 425°F. When the grill is hot, use tongs to grab several layers of wadded paper towels, dip them in vegetable oil, and smear the grill pan’s ridges or outdoor grill’s grates (alternatively, you can apply cooking spray directly to the pan or grates).
3Use a metal spatula to transfer the turkey patties to the pan or grill (close the lid if it’s the latter) and cook, undisturbed (don’t be tempted to press down on the patties!), until grill marks appear on the bottom, about 5 to 6 minutes. Flip the patties, close the grill (if using), and cook until the patties are cooked through and an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F, about 6 minutes more. During the last few minutes of cooking, toast the English muffins. Transfer the patties to a warmed plate and tent loosely with foil for 5 minutes. Spread the English muffins with 2 tablespoons of the butter, sprinkle with a little salt, and set aside.
4While the patties are resting, fry the eggs. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Break in the eggs and fry until the whites are set and starting to brown around the edges and the yolks are still runny, about 4 to 5 minutes (no need to flip the eggs—the whites should be fully cooked).
5Top the English muffin bottoms with the turkey patties, add the eggs, and close up. Serve immediately.

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