MONDAY'S SOAP OPERA PARTIES' RECIPES

MAKES 4 SERVINGS


1 pound lean ground turkey

1-1/2 cups coarsely shredded German Emmentaler cheese, divided

1 cup sauerkraut, squeezed dry

1/4 cup plain bread crumbs

1 egg white

2 tablespoons medium-hot mustard, plus extra for spreading on buns

1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

4 pretzel rolls or other sandwich rolls, split horizontally and toasted

Accompaniments: pickles, red onion rings, sliced tomatoes, lettuce leaves

Combine turkey, 1 cup Emmentaler cheese, sauerkraut, bread crumbs, egg white, mustard, caraway seeds (if desired), salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix together. Shape into 4 (4-inch diameter) patties.

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place burgers in skillet and cook, turning once, 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Sprinkle burgers evenly with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

Spread rolls with additional German mustard. Place burgers on buns, and top with pickles, onions, tomatoes and lettuce.

Nutrition facts per serving: 460 calories, 14 g fat, 4 g saturated fat, 137 mg cholesterol, 39 g carbohydrates, 44 g protein, 979 mg sodium, 2 g fiber
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