Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of cheese (Swiss or cheddar)
- 4 slices of rye or sourdough bread
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Optional: sautéed onions and pickles for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the beef mixture into four equal patties, ensuring they are slightly larger than the bread slices, as they will shrink while cooking.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty to melt.
- Meanwhile, butter one side of each slice of bread. In a separate skillet, place two slices of bread butter-side down and toast until golden brown.
- Once the cheese is melted, place the patties on the toasted bread in the skillet. Top with optional sautéed onions and pickles, then cover with the other slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Cook the sandwiches for another 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing down gently, until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from the skillet, slice in half, and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For added flavor, try mixing in some smoked paprika or your favorite herbs into the beef mixture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties for a unique twist.
- These can easily be made on a grill or in a sandwich press for an even crispier result.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg