Turkey Burgers with Cheddar & Apple

*Turkey Burgers with Cheddar & Apple*
Serves 4

Moist and juicy with just a hint of orange. Serve with coleslaw for a real family pleasing combination!

450g ground turkey (1 pound, preferably a mix of light and dark meat)
2 TBS honey Dijon mustard, plus additional for spreading
1/2 TBS finely minced onion
1/2 tsp finely grated orange zest
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 large honey crisp apple, unpeeled
60g strong white cheddar, grated (1/2 cup)
4 brioche burger buns, lightly toasted
rocket leaves

Crumble the ground turkey into a bowl. Add the mustard, minced onion, orange zest salt and pepper.  Cut the ends off of the apple. Grate the ends to give you 1 1/2 to 2 TBS of grated apple. Add this to the ground turkey and then mix all together to blend evenly.  Wrap the remainder of the apple in plastic wrap.  Shape the turkey mixture into 4 flat patties. Place on a plate, cover and chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour until firm.

Heat the grill on high for about five minutes  Core the remaining apple and cut into 4 rounds. Grill the burgers for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until the juices run clear.  For the last few minutes of cook time, brush the apple slices with a bit of honey mustard and grill them along side of the burgers, for about 1/2  minute per side. Place one slice of apple on top of each burger along with 1/4 of the cheese.  Grill for a further minute to allow the cheese to melt, before removing. 

Spread both halves of the toasted buns generously with honey mustard,  Place some rocket leaves on the bottom, then top with a burger, and finally the burger bun tops. Serve immediately.
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