These delicious Italian Stuffed Burgers are filled with a cheesy prosciutto filling! Topped with a juicy grilled tomato and fresh basil, these are sure to become a family favorite!
2poundslean ground turkey breastor extra lean ground beef
2clovesgarlic
½onion
1tablespoonparsley
½red pepper
1ounceprosciuttofinely diced
3.5ouncesmozzarella cheese
1ouncefresh parmesan cheese
1teaspoonitalian seasoning
1tablespoonfresh parsley
salt & pepper to taste
2tomatoessliced into thick slices
fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium high.
In a small bowl, combine red pepper, mozzarella, red pepper, prosciutto. Measure out 12 tablespoons of this mixture and set aside.
Combine the leftover red pepper mixture with ground turkey, garlic, onion, parsley, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper. Divide meat into 8 equal pieces.
Flatten one of the pieces of meat into a pattie Add 1 ½ tablespoons of the reserved red pepper mixture. Wrap the sides of the patty around the cheese mixture until it is completely sealed. Re-shape if required.
Grill about 4-5 minutes on each side or just until cooked through (do not overcook). (Meat should reach 165 degrees).
Grill tomatoes for about 1-2 minutes.
Serve burgers with grilled tomato slices and fresh basil.
Notes
Nutritional information does not include the humburger bun.