apple maple turkey burgers with maple-dijon sauce

I never thought I would be one to share recipes based on the fact that I've never really cooked, but I have been having so much fun getting acquainted with the kitchen. I still get really nervous with the timing, juggling, judging, etc. But last week I tried this recipe and they turned out great! They were really flavorful and filling which is the real trick with Ryan and I haha. Another great thing is that they are definitely on the healthy side!

Ingredients

For Maple-Dijon Sauce:

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons real maple syrup (we got light)

For Burgers:

1 1/4 pounds ground turkey breast

1/4 cup real bacon bits

1/2 cup chunky applesauce

1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

2 tablespoons real maple syrup (once again light)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Hamburger buns (we got wheat)

Condiments

Directions

Set up grill for direct cooking over medium heat. Oil grate when ready to start cooking.

For Maple-Dijon Sauce: In a small bowl, stir to combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and 2 tablespoons maple syrup; set aside.

For Turkey Burgers: In a medium bowl, mix together all ingredients for burgers. Wet hands to prevent sticking and shape into 4 patties.

Place burgers on hot oiled grill for 5 to 6 minutes per side or until done.

Serve on buns with traditional burger condiments and a dollop of maple-Dijon sauce.

We also made sweet potato fries which are great too.

Ingredients

• 3 sweet potatoes, unpeeled
• Kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• Freshly ground pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Parcook the potatoes: Place in a pot of water and boil until fork-tender; let cool. Slice each potato lengthwise into eighths.

Preheat a grill to medium or place a cast-iron grill pan over medium heat. Mix 1 tablespoon salt, the lime zest and cayenne in a small bowl.

Brush the potato wedges with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown on all sides (including the skin) and just cooked through, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter; immediately season with the salt mixture and sprinkle with cilantro.

(Both recipes are from Food Network)