Description
Warm buttered rye turns golden-crisp as sizzling beef patties meet gooey Swiss and lusciously sweet onions, creating a melty, savory stack that’s perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 slices rye bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 ounces ground beef
- 1 small onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the onion.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the onion until caramelized, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer onions to a plate and set aside.
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper and shape into two thin patties.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties 3–4 minutes per side for medium doneness.
- Assemble each sandwich by layering one slice of bread, one slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, half the caramelized onions, another slice of Swiss cheese, and top with a second slice of bread.
- Wipe the skillet clean if needed, return to medium-low heat, and cook sandwiches 2–3 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove sandwiches from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, cut in half, and serve with Thousand Island dressing if desired.
Notes
- A cast iron skillet gives the best crust and even browning.
- Substitute cheddar or Gruyère for Swiss cheese for a different flavor.
- Let assembled sandwiches rest briefly before slicing to keep the cheese from oozing out.
- Store leftover patties and onions separately in the fridge to maintain their textures.