Parmesan Turkey Burgers, Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks

2.While griddle is preheating (about 10 minutes), toss all of the ingredients, except for the Gruyère, together in a medium mixing bowl.. Place half of the mixture on the preheated griddle.. Let cook, tossing occasionally, for about 5 minutes.. Move the mushroom mixture over to the right side of the griddle to keep warm and add the remaining half.. Let cook until fully softened and fragrant, an additional 10 minutes..

3.Before serving, sprinkle the Gruyère on top of the mushrooms to melt..

Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons):

Calories 61 (66% from fat) • carb. 2g • pro. 4g • fat 5g • sat. fat 2g

• chol. 8mg • sod. 71mg • calc. 75mg • fiber 0g

Parmesan Turkey Burgers

A healthy alternative to the beef burger.

Makes 4 burgers

1pound ground turkey (7% fat works best)

14cup finely chopped green onion

¼ cup finely chopped Italian parsley

¼ cup finely grated Reggiano Parmesan or Asiago

1∕8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon sea salt, divided

1.Put the turkey into a large bowl with the onion, parsley, cheese, and black pepper.. Using clean hands, stir to combine and mix well, but do not overwork the meat.. Divide into 4 equal portions (4 ounces each) and shape into 4-inch burgers (about ¹∕³ cup each).. Sprinkle each side with the garlic powder and salt.. Refrigerate if not Grilling immediately..

2.Preheat the Cuisinart® Compact Grill Centro, fitted with the Grill plate, to High..

3.Once the Grill is hot (about 10 minutes), arrange burgers evenly spaced on the Grill.. Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes per side, until

well Grilled and juices run clear.. Internal temperature of meat should be 165°F when tested with an instant-read thermometer..

4.Serve hot on Grilled buns or English muffins.. Buns can be toasted concurrently with burgers.. To do so, fit skewers as instructed on page 5 of the instruction booklet.. Open buns flat and place on top of skewers, with motor off.. A medium color takes about 1½ minutes..

Nutritional information per burger:

Calories 195 (51% from fat) • carb. 1g • pro. 22g • fat 11g • sat. fat 3g

• chol. 94mg • sod. 319mg • calc. 80mg • fiber 0g

Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks

Need a side dish? Prepare the Roasted Potato Skewers on page 14 while Grilling your steaks. Start with the potatoes and then after 15

minutes of cooking time, start cooking the steaks.

Makes 2 servings

1boneless rib-eye steaks (about 12 ounces)

1tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, divided

¼ teaspoon kosher salt, divided

1∕8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided

1.Preheat the Cuisinart® Compact Grill Centro, fitted with the Grill plate, to High..

2.Coat the steak with ½ tablespoon of olive oil.. Season evenly with the salt and pepper..

3.Once the Grill has preheated, for 10 minutes, place the steak on the hot Grill plate..

4.Grill 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness..

Nutritional information per serving:

Calories 527 (77% from fat) • carb. 0g • pro. 30g • fat 45g • sat. fat 16g

• chol. 116mg • sod. 362mg • calc. 17mg • fiber 0g