Patty Melt

By CheeseDiva

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 lbs. ground beef
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 5 tbsp. canola oil
• 2 yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced
• 12 slices rye bread or sourdough
• 12 thin slices cheddar, swiss, or American cheese
• 8 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from saveur.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Season the beef with salt and pepper. Divide meat into six ¼"-thick patties that are slightly wider and longer than the bread.

2. Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a 12" cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and browned, about 12 minutes. Transfer the onions to a bowl; wipe out skillet. Working in 3 batches, heat 1 tbsp. oil in skillet over high heat. Add 2 burger patties; cook, flipping once, until well browned, about 4 minutes total. Transfer patties to a plate.

4. Heat a 12" nonstick skillet over medium heat. Working in 3 batches, cook sandwiches, flipping once, until golden brown and hot, about 6 minutes.