Turkey breakfast tacos

GARNER, NC – It's time for turkey to take a seat at the breakfast table, according to Butterball Foodservice, a unit of Butterball LLC.

Breakfast is growing in popularity among consumers who value the daypart for convenience, availability and low cost. Mintel, a leading consumer research firm, forecasted breakfast sales to increase by 22.1 percent by 2017. Butterball Foodservice is offering a full line of products to help foodservice operators satisfy consumer demand for innovative options for breakfast.

“We pride ourselves on offering quality turkey products to help chefs and operators menu delicious and innovative dishes for all dayparts,” said Richie Jenkins, senior director of marketing. “With breakfast sales rising, turkey is a versatile protein uniquely suited for creating healthier, on-trend menu offerings.”

Ethnically-inspired menu ideas from Butterball include migas with breakfast turkey sausage; turkey hummus sandwich or turkey breakfast tacos.