Southwestern Turkey Burgers

A yummy Southwestern treat to spice up those plain old turkey burgers.  Serve with spicy Southwestern hummus (see previous post) for a hearty meal.

Ingredients:
1 lb. ground turkey
1/2 to 1 jalepeno/serrano pepper to taste), minced
1 small red onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tbsp chopped cilantro (or parsley)
salt & pepper, to taste
1/2 tomato, minced (squeeze out some of the extra juices)
3/4 of a can of black beans (optional)
4-6 slices of asadero or monterey jack cheese (optional)
4-6 slices of pita bread or burger buns

Mix all ingredients except the cheese and buns and form into patties.  Cook on a pre-heated grill or indoor grill pan
sprayed with olive oil.  When burgers are almost done, top with the cheese and cover lightly with foil to allow the cheese to melt.  Serve on top of burger buns or in pita pockets.  Makes about 6 small or 4 large burgers.