From: Betty Crocker
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Makes: 4 sandwiches
Patty Melts Ingredients
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef or ground turkey
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
8 slices rye bread
4 slices (3/4 oz each) Swiss cheese
Onions Ingredients
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 medium onions, thinly sliced, separated into rings
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
Directions
1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix all patty melt ingredients except bread and cheese. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Refrigerate while cooking onions.
2. In 8-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onions in oil, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in salt and pepper; keep warm.
3. Place patties on grill rack over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160ºF. Add bread slices to side of grill for last 5 minutes of grilling, turning once, until lightly toasted. Top patties with cheese. Cover grill; cook about 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Place patties on bread; top with onions.
