Mini Turkey Burgers

These mini turkey burger are crazy delicious!

With a tease of summers gorgeous weather this weekend we were able to light the BBQ and enjoy our patio. These were such a healthy treat (under 200 calories per burger), bursting with juicy flavor and a refreshing alternative to your regular run of the mill oily beef burgers.

I can hardly wait for summer to arrive, for months of BBQing, picnics and more mini burgers!


Mini Turkey Burgers
Adapted from: Allrecipes.com

Ingredients

2 pounds ground turkey
1/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely diced onion
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Sliced cheddar cheese
Slider Thins Mini Burger Buns

Directions

In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, seasoned bread crumbs, onion, eggs, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Forms into 12 mini patties.

Grill as desired on BBQ (I used this) for approximately 10-15 minutes, flipping occasionally. Add sliced cheddar cheese for last two minutes

Chicken, Spinach & Tomato Pizza in a Cast Iron Skillet

There's nothing like homemade pizza.

Friends, you have to try this.

I brought out my trusty cast iron skillet again and put it to very good use. You can create a pizzeria-style deep dish with your skillet. Add all of your favorite toppings and cheeses enjoy a couple slices of heaven.

I'm already thinking of what pizza I am going to create next. I'm positive that this easy dish is going to become a weekly staple in our home.


Chicken, Spinach & Tomato Pizza in a Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

Pizza dough (I bought mine)
1/4 cup tomato basil pizza sauce
1 cup mozzarella, shredded
1/2 cup smoked Gouda, shredded
1 small onion, diced
1 cup of spinach
1-2 sliced fresh tomatoes
1-2 cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
Olive oil (to oil the skillet)
Cast iron skillet

Directions

Preheat the oven to 500F.

Spread a little olive oil inside the cast iron skillet, then stretch the dough to cover the bottom of the skillet and go about 1 inch up the sides.

Add pizza sauce, half of the cheese, the spinach, tomatoes, chicken and the remaining cheese.

Place in oven for 15-20 minutes or until brown, crispy and cheese is bubbling.

Asparagus Mozzarella Tart

This flaky filo tart is loaded with slightly charred, juicy asparagus and covered with melted mozzarella cheese.

This is an excellent appetizer for a spring or summer dinner and will definitely make your guests say "ooh" and "ahh" as they savor each and every bite.


Asparagus Mozzarella Tart
Adapted from: Martha Stewart

Ingredients

15 sheets of thawed filo pastry
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 1/2 pounds medium or thick asparagus
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Lightly coat asparagus with olive oil, place is oven safe pan and cook for 15 minutes.

While asparagus is cooking follow filo preparation directions on package.

Trim the bottoms of the asparagus spears to fit crosswise inside the tart shell; arrange in a single layer over the mozzarella, alternating ends and tips. Brush with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake until spears are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.