Buttered-Toast Swiss Patty Burger Recipe

Name: Buttered-Toast Swiss Patty Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter (2 of them soft); 1 large onion, chopped; ground thyme, 2 pinches; kosher salt; pepper; 1 12 lbs ground chuck; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 thin slices swiss cheese; 8 slices sandwich bread; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; chicken stock or water; 1 tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons butter (2 of them soft)
1 large onion, chopped
ground thyme, 2 pinches
kosher salt
pepper
1 12 lbs ground chuck
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 thin slices swiss cheese
8 slices sandwich bread
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
chicken stock or water
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat leaf parsley

1
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over med-low heat.
2
Add the onion and thyme, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the onion is lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
3
While the onion is cooking, combine the beef and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper and mix thoroughly.
4
Score the mixture into 4 equal portions and form them into patties slightly thinner at the center than at the edges for even cooking and to ensure a flat surface.
5
Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat until very hot.
6
Cook the burgers, turning once, 10 minutes for medium.
7
Top the burgers with the cheese for the last minute of cooking, tenting the skillet with foil, if you like, to help the cheese melt.
8
While the burgers are cooking, toast the bread, then spread with the remaining 2 tablespoons softened butter.
9
Stir the mustard and a splash of chicken stock into the onions.
10
Stir in the parsley, then remove from the heat.
11
Place a burger on each of 4 buttered toasts and top with some onions.
12
Set the remaining buttered toast on top.

511

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons butter (2 of them soft), 1 large onion, chopped, ground thyme, 2 pinches, kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Buttered-Toast Swiss Patty Burger falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Buttered-Toast Swiss Patty Burger

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Variations & substitutions

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