Ingredients
For the beef patties
500 g ground beef
1 small onion finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon oil or butter for cooking
For the sandwiches
8 slices sandwich bread or brioche
4 slices cheddar cheese
4 slices mozzarella or Swiss cheese
4 tablespoons softened butter
Optional sliced onions caramelized
Preparation
Step 1 Prepare the beef patties
In a bowl combine ground beef chopped onion salt black pepper garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce
Mix gently until just combined
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into thin oval patties sized to fit the bread
Step 2 Cook the beef patties
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add oil or butter
Place the patties in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until well browned and cooked through
Remove patties from the pan and set aside
If using caramelized onions cook sliced onions in the same pan with a little butter until soft and golden
Step 3 Assemble the sandwiches
Butter one side of each bread slice
Place 4 slices of bread butter side down on a clean surface
Add one slice of cheese on each bread slice
Place one cooked beef patty on top
Add caramelized onions if using
Top with a second slice of cheese
Cover with the remaining bread slices butter side up
Step 4 Grill the sandwiches
Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium low heat
Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook slowly for 3 to 4 minutes per side
Press gently with a spatula and flip carefully
Cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted
Step 5 Serve
Remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute
Slice in half and serve hot
Result
Crispy golden bread juicy beef patties and rich melted cheese all together in a comforting hearty sandwich perfect for lunch or dinner