Turkey Burgers that ROCK!

A great recipe the whole family will actually EAT! YAY!!

Turkey Burgers That ROCK!

By Alice Conradt

Many people are used to DRY pre-made Turkey burgers that have no flavor and are nothing to write home about! Well this recipe will make you revisit (and re-think) picking up a frozen bag of burgers again! By making your own homemade Turkey burgers, you will get more protein, more flavor and a great juicy turkey burger in less time than it takes to thaw those frozen patties out. Plus, no preservatives, processed grains and fillers! We left out the breadcrumbs and substituted egg whites to bind the burgers together.

Turkey Burgers That ROCK!

In this version, I serve it on a sandwich thin but my favorite way is to eat it as a lettuce wrap. Pile leaves of bibb or butter lettuce together to make a top and bottom “bun” and you will get additional veggies and extra crunch too!

I like to make extras and freeze the burgers after I cook them. They are easy to thaw and take for lunch or dinners in a pinch!

Turkey Burgers     (Serves 4)

• 20oz Package lean ground turkey
• 2 Cloves garlic – finely minced
• ½ of a small yellow onion (finely diced)
• 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ Tbsp Sriraccha (these will not be hot)
• ½ tsp Salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 egg whites

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Take a small amount of mixture out and fry on griddle to make sure it is seasoned to your liking… taste. (I always do this before making the whole batch).

**Adjust seasoning if necessary. Divide mixture in 4 to make (4) 5oz patties. Fry on griddle until cooked through (approximately 6-7 minutes per side).

Burger toppings:

• 4 Oroweat Sandwich Thins (or) bibb/butter lettuce wraps

Bibb lettuce, tomato, onion slices, pickles and favorite condiments. (Be careful to limit your condiments to a few teaspoons, as they can add significant calories to your meal quickly).

To really top off this meal, bake up some Sweet Potato Fries!

How To Create A Healthy Meal Plan

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How To Eat Healthy With Your Family

Just sharing an article with some tips on how to eat healthy with your family. Plan ahead - I usually plan out all of our meals, shop for the food and do some prep work on Sundays! Saves us money and time during the week!

How To Eat Healthy With Your Family

By Christie Ryan on February 27, 2015

How to eat healthy with your family is something that is on the top of many parents’ minds.  One of the main obstacles with healthy eating is family objections. Family members complain about having chicken and push away greens on their plates; after a while it’s tempting to give up on the idea of healthy eating.

It helps to be very “middle of the road” when turning your lifestyle around and expecting your family to join you. Don’t start having food wars with them; it’s not worth the turmoil and frustration. However there are some things you can do to make them happy while still eating healthy.

*Modify your favorite recipes. For instance, use lean ground beef, drain and pat dry or rinse it.  Serve chicken breast for fajitas, use less cheese in mixed dishes, and serve raw veggies as a side dish; use your crockpot and bake or broil instead of frying.

*It doesn’t work to prepare a healthy meal for you and a separate meal for your family. You will burn out quickly doing that! Serve a balanced diet and allow each person to choose how much and what they want. For instance, if the family requests pot roast, pick a leaner cut of meat, and then fix a salad and another green veggie and serve.

Many of them may only have meat and potatoes and you may only have the meat, salad and green veggie, but you all basically eat the same meal. If they want you to make their favorite enchilada casserole smothered in cheese, modify it and then make yourself a large salad to have on the side while keeping your portion of casserole smaller.

*Sliced veggies and fruit go over better. When school activities are bombarding your schedule, it’s OK to bring home a pizza (stay away from the fatty meats or deep dish). Cut up some carrots, slice up an apple and pear or purchase a veggie tray to have along side your pizza. It will help you to keep portions controlled.

*Refuse to be a restaurant!  Serve the meal, allow kids to eat what they want and how much they want without nagging or criticizing. Your job as a parent is to serve healthy and regular meals and snacks. Their job is to choose how much and what they eat. Forcing kids to eat isn’t worth it.

*Include the family in the meal planning.  If your family has a say in meal options, they will be more cooperative. Agree to try a healthy recipe once a week.

*Plan ahead – plan the meal that’s the most difficult for YOU to control. When not with the family, make a point to choose the BEST choice.

*MODERATION! Eat smaller portions of fattier foods and larger portions of veggies and lean protein and you’ll keep your weight down and make your family happy.

Be patient. Eating healthy is a lifestyle and it takes a while for everyone to adjust. Follow a solid nutrition guide. Beachbody has amazing nutrition plans and is one that our family follows. If you follow these steps, “How To Eat Healthy With Your Family” there will never be a question again. Play it smart, include your family and you’ll get the results you want. A happy, healthy family!

http://www.gettingfittogether.com/how-to-eat-healthy-with-your-family/