TURKEY BURGER W/ JALAPENO CHEESE SAUCE

Turkey Burgers with Jalapeno Cheese Sauce

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This is a lighter version of a tasty burger that people enjoyed at a place I once worked. substituted the beef with turkey and use low-fat cheese, the results are tastier than the original crowd-pleaser. 

• 6 Servings
• Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

10 15 25

Ingredients

• 3 slices whole wheat bread, torn
• 1 cup fat-free milk, divided
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey
• 1-1/4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
• 6 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
• 6 lettuce leaves
• 6 slices tomato

Directions

• In a large bowl, soak bread in 1/2 cup milk for 1 minute. Add the garlic, mustard, salt and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties; set aside.
• In a small saucepan, combine flour and remaining milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Add cheese and jalapeno; stir until cheese is melted. Keep warm.
• Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill patties, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear.
• Serve on buns with lettuce, tomato and jalapeno cheese sauce. Yield: 6 servings.

Editor's Note: We recommend wearing disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts: 1 burger equals 

387 calories, 

15 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 

100 mg cholesterol, 

599 mg sodium, 

33 g carbohydrate, 

5 g fiber, 

30 g protein.  

Diabetic Exchanges: 

3 lean meat, 

2 starch, 

1 fat.