Turkey Burger Sliders

Yield: 10 mini burgers

Ingredients

Herb Aioli

• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons salad oil
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried herbes de Provence
• 1 cup mayonnaise

Mini Turkey Burgers

• 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
• 1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried herbes de Provence
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Assembly

• 10 mini sesame dinner rolls, split and warmed
• 5 slices American cheese
• 1/4 cup whole cranberry sauce

Instructions

Herb Aioli

1. Place garlic, lemon juice and oil in food processor or blender. Puree until smooth.
2. Fold in herbes and mayonnaise. Cover and chill.
3. Mix all ingredients well and form into 2 ounce balls. Flatten patties to 2.5 to 3 inches in diameter.

Mini Turkey Burgers

1. Grill turkey burgers over medium indirect heat 4 to 5 inches from the heat OR, working in batches, sauté in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Assembly

1. Place turkey burgers on rolls. Cover with cheese slices.
2. Top each with 1 teaspoon cranberry sauce.
3. Drizzle with Herb Aioli.

Attribution

Recipe and photo used with permission from: National Turkey Federation
Source: Head Chef Ken McAvoy, Wood-n-Tap Bar & Grill, Greater Hartford, Connecticut area