Sicilian Turkey Recipes

SICILIAN TURKEY

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a large sauté pan which has a lid (preferably non-stick), add the onion and garlic and,stirring occasionally, sauté for 2 minutes, or until they are just beginning to soften but not brown.
• Add the mushrooms and, stirring occasionally, sauté for another 2-3 minutes until they soften.
• Add the flour, ginger and nutmeg, and stirring, cook for another minute.
• Gradually blend in the wine and milk.
• Bring to the boil, stirring, reduce the heat, add the turkey.
• Add salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
• Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
• Transfer the mixture to a warm serving dish and sprinkle with toasted almonds.
• Serve with noodles or rice and your favourite salad or vegetable side dish.
• Chef's Note: Using a non-stick pan, you may find that you can reduce the butter slightly.

SICILIAN TURKEY BURGER

Steps:

• In a bowl, mix turkey, tomato paste, currants, capers, basil, fennel seeds and salt. Form turkey mixture into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. Coat a grill rack or grill pan with cooking spray. Grill patties over medium-high heat until underside is well browned, about 7 minutes; flip and cook 5 minutes more. Top each patty with 2 tablespoons Parmesan; close lid or cover pan. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 2 minutes. Brush bottom of each roll with 1 teaspoon vinegar; top with 1 burger, tomato, if desired, and other half of roll.