Patty Melt on Rye

• 0.5 lb ground beef
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 4 slices rye bread
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. 1

   In a skillet with 1 tbsp butter, cook sliced onions over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes until caramelized. Remove and set aside.

2. 2

   Form ground beef into two oval patties matching the bread shape. Season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Cook patties in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove.

4. 4

   Wipe the skillet clean. Butter one side of each bread slice.

5. 5

   Assemble sandwiches: Bread (butter side down), slice of cheese, patty, caramelized onions, second slice of cheese, bread (butter side up).

6. 6

   Grill in the skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until bread is toasted and cheese melts.