Turkey Pepperoni Burgers

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Ingredients

Patties

1. 1 1/4 lbs ground turkey
2. 1/4 lb sliced pepperoni, chopped (about 1 c)
3. 1 large sprig rosemary or sage, leaves only, chopped
4. 2 garlic clove, grated, divided
5. salt to taste
6. pepper to taste

Sauce

7. 1/3 c mayonnaise
8. 1/2 c fresh basil or parsley, chopped
9. 1/2 t finely grated lemon zest, plus 2 t fresh lemon juice

Burgers

10. 8 slices provolone cheese
11. 4 hamburger rolls, split
12. 4 slices beefsteak tomato
13. lettuce leaves, for serving

Instructions

Patties

1. Put the turkey, pepperoni, rosemary or sage, half of the garlic and 1/2 t salt and 1/2 t pepper in a large bowl and mix with your hands until combined.
2. Form into 4, 1/2 inch thick patties.
3. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the patties and cook, undisturbed, until browned, 5 minutes.
5. Turn and cook until golden brown on the bottom, 3 more minutes.

Sauce

1. Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, basil or parsley, lemon zest and lemon juice, and the remaining garlic in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

Burger

1. Top each patty with 2 slices of cheese, cover and cook until the cheese melts, about 1 minute.
2. Transfer the patties to a plate.
3. Toast the buns cut side down in the skillet, then remove from the pan and spread with the herb mayonnaise.
4. Sandwich the lettuce, burger patties, tomatoes and mayonnaise on a bun, and serve.

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