Patty Melt

By spend with pennies

Ingredients

2 small yellow onions (sliced)
2 tablespoons butter (divided)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound lean ground beef (80/20)
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
8 slices sourdough bread (or rye bread)
2 tablespoon butter (or as needed)
6 ounces Swiss cheese (or cheddar, sliced)
¼ cup thousand island dressing (or burger sauce, optional)
grainy mustard (optional)

Prep Time15mins
Cook Time35mins
Servings4

Instructions

In a medium skillet, combine sliced onions and 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook over low heat until onions are golden, about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, combine beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt & pepper. Form the beef mixture into four thin patties shaped similar to the bread.

In a cast iron skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or to desired doneness. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Top each slice of bread with the dressing and mustard if using. Add a slice of cheese, onions, and beef patty. Top with the remaining slice of bread.

In a clean skillet or on an electric griddle, melt 2 tableespoons of butter. Add the patty melts and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown.

With a spatula, flip each sandwich over and grill on the other side, adding more butter as needed, until the cheese ismelted and the bread is lightly toasted.