Easy Pimento Cheese Turkey Burger Biscuit Bake Step-by-step instructions

Before you start

Before beginning, ensure the oven is fully preheated to 375°F (190°C) to ensure the biscuits rise properly. Have all ingredients measured and ready to assemble.

If the refrigerated biscuits are cold, keep them in the refrigerator until the very last moment before cutting and adding them to the dish to maintain the structure of the dough.

Instructions

Layering the base

1. 1Prepare the Base
   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In the baking dish, spread the raw ground turkey evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle the diced pimentos over the turkey. Ensure the turkey is in a thin, even layer to promote consistent cooking throughout the dish.
   Look for The turkey should cover the bottom of the dish completely.
   Tip Handle raw meat with care and wash hands thoroughly after touching.

The turkey should be spread in an even, thin layer across the bottom of the dish, with the pimentos distributed uniformly. This foundation is crucial for ensuring the meat cooks through while the sauce permeates the entire dish, setting the stage for the flavorful bake that follows.

Adding the topping

2. 2Add Sauce and Topping
   Pour the cheddar cheese sauce evenly over the turkey and pimentos. Take the refrigerated biscuit dough, cut each biscuit into quarters, and arrange the pieces on top of the sauce. Scatter the shredded sharp cheddar cheese between the biscuit pieces.
   Look for The dish should look layered with sauce, dough, and cheese.
   Tip Using a spoon helps to distribute the thick cheese sauce evenly.

The cheese sauce should be poured over the turkey to cover it entirely, and the biscuit pieces should be arranged to cover the surface.

The shredded cheese should be sprinkled strategically to ensure a consistent melt, providing a golden crust that bridges the biscuit pieces together nicely.

Final bake

3. 3Bake to Perfection
   Place the baking dish into the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 35 minutes or until the biscuit pieces are golden brown and the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
   Look for The edges should be bubbling and the biscuits should be firm and golden.
   Safe temperature 165°F (74°C) internal temperature (poultry)
   Tip Check the internal temperature of the turkey with a meat thermometer.

The bake is complete when the entire surface is golden and the edges show active bubbling. The biscuits should feel firm to the touch, and the internal temperature check confirms the turkey is safe to eat. Let the dish rest briefly to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.

Common mistakes

Avoid piling the ground turkey too high in the center of the dish, as this can lead to uneven cooking and raw spots.

Additionally, do not overcrowd the biscuits; leave small gaps between them to allow the heat to penetrate and the cheese to bubble up through the layers. Ensure the oven is at the correct temperature before inserting the dish.

How to tell it’s done

The dish is considered done when the biscuits are deeply golden brown and have puffed up significantly. The cheese sauce should be bubbling vigorously around the edges of the dish.

Most importantly, use an instant-read thermometer to verify that the ground turkey in the center of the dish has reached a minimum internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

• Poultry: 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part
• Ground meat: 160°F (71°C) in the thickest part