Turkey Pesto Burgers

You guys, turkey is the best meat there is.

I know, it's kind of a weird argument to make, and I'm not 100% sure I'm really willing to back this up, but I'll be danged if turkey, this magical, lean, somewhat-crumbly, always-tasty meat hasn't become a favorite substitute in the Walker household.

Seriously, we're becoming one of those weird, cult-like families who cooks everything with venison or ostrich meat or something. Except it's turkey, and it's freaking excellent, yo.

I can't wait until you guys try this leaner, healthier version of a hamburger and tell me how awesome it is, and I'll be all, "yeah, I know, jerk. I eat turkey burgers all the time."

OK, that might be a harsh reaction, but that's what good food does to us, right? (DW)

I will admit, I generally don't like turkey burgers. I don't know why, but I like regular hamburgers so much better. That was, until I found this recipe. The pesto, garlic, onion, and cheese make this recipe. I serve these burgers with sautéed mushrooms and garlic fries on the side.

3 lbs ground turkey
3 slices of bread, crumbled
1 yellow onion (use can use shallots as well), minced
3 eggs
3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
6 tablespoons pesto
3 cloves of garlic, minced

Mix all ingredients together until well combined. Form into patties. Grill or pan fry until juices run clear, and turkey burgers are cooked thoroughly.

*The recipe originally came from a freezer meal website, therefore it makes a lot of turkey burgers. I make the full recipe, and then freeze them to use later. If you don't want to make this many burgers, just reduce ingredients proportionately. (AW)