As restaurant pros know, turkey is no longer limited to Thanksgiving. According to the National Turkey Federation, turkey consumption has more than doubled in the U.S. since 1970. Last year, U.S. per capita turkey consumption was 16.1 pounds. Here are eight recipes demonstrating turkey’s menu versatility.  

 
Turkey mushroom avocado benedict
 
Spicy Thai turkey burger
 
Char siu turkey breast salad
 
Turkey apple pecan salad
 
Peppery turkey tramezzino sandwiches
 
Turkey filet mignon wrapped in turkey bacon
 
Turkey saltimbocca with corn pappardelle
 
Southwestern smoked turkey chili with fresh jalapeno pico