Grilled Turkey Burger with Apple Chutney

In a non-reactive saucepan, sauté shallots and ginger in butter on medium-high heat until translucent. Add sugar and stir until completely dissolved and begins to caramelize.

Deglaze pan with wine, apple juice and reduce by one-third.

Add diced apple.

Wrap star anise in cheesecloth and add to pan. Simmer on low heat for about 20-30 minutes.

Add lemon juice, stir and remove from heat to cool. Remove cheesecloth with star anise. Fold in scallions.

Combine ground turkey with onions, garlic and parsley. Mix in Parmesan, olive oil and Apple Chutney. Season with salt and pepper.

Gently mix well and form into 8-ounce patties.

Grill turkey burger until golden brown. Finish in hot oven until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.

Toast buns.

Place lettuce leaves atop brioche bottoms and top with turkey burgers. Place 2-ounces Apple Chutney atop each burger.

Lean top of bun against turkey burger. Serve with chips or fries.