Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

ground turkey

2 tbsp

fresh basil leaves

chopped

2 tsp

dried basil

1 tsp

paprika

1 tsp

fresh garlic

finely chopped

0.25 tsp

black pepper

4 slice

mozzarella cheese

4 unit

hamburger buns

2 unit

roma tomatoes

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

In a medium bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped fresh basil (or dried basil), paprika, minced fresh garlic, and black pepper.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until evenly distributed.

Step 3
~3 min

Shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized hamburger patties.

Step 4
~3 min

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Cook the hamburgers on the preheated grill or in the skillet until they are fully cooked through and no longer pink inside (approximately 15 minutes).

Step 6
~3 min

Flip the burgers occasionally during cooking to ensure even cooking.

Step 7
~3 min

Once the burgers are almost done, top each burger with a slice of mozzarella cheese.

Step 8
~3 min

Continue cooking until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9
~3 min

Place each cooked burger onto a hamburger bun.

Step 10
~3 min

Top with slices of fresh roma tomatoes.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Serve with a side of pesto mayo.

Toast the hamburger buns for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The burger patties can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (garlic, basil)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of sweet potato fries.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (Italian-American)

Cultural Significance

A fusion of American burger culture with Italian flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Casual Dinner
Backyard BBQ
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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