Sauerkraut Turkey Burgers - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground turkey
1 1/2 cups coarsely shredded german emmenthaler cheese, divided
1 cup sauerkraut, squeezed dry
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1 egg white
2 tablespoons medium-hot German mustard, plus extra for spreading on buns
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 pretzel rolls or 4 other sandwich buns, split horizontally and toasted
Accompaniments
pickle
red onion ring
sliced tomatoes
lettuce leaf

Preparation

Combine turkey, 1 cup Emmentaler cheese, sauerkraut, bread crumbs, egg white, mustard, caraway seeds (if using), salt and pepper in a large bowl; mix together. Evenly shape into 4 patties.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place burgers in skillet and cook, turning once, 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Sprinkle burgers evenly with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese during the last 2 minutes of cooking.
Spread rolls with additional German mustard. Place burgers on buns and top with your choice of pickles, onions, tomatoes and lettuce.