Slug Bug Recipe

Inspired by Fat Willy's

Time30m

Serves2

Fat Willy's patty melt. American & Swiss cheese on grilled marble rye with sauteed onions.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Onion
Slice the medium onion into thin rings.
2
Cook the Onions
In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the sliced onions, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and sauté for about 10-15 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
3
Shape the Patties
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties.

4
Cook the Patties
In the same skillet used for the onions, add another tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip the patties.
5
Add Cheese
After flipping the patties, place two slices of American cheese and two slices of Swiss cheese on top of each patty. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.
6
Toast the Bread
While the patties are cooking, in another skillet or griddle, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Place two slices of marble rye bread on the skillet and toast until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining bread once the first two slices are done.

7
Assemble the Patty Melt
On one slice of toasted marble rye, place a cheeseburger patty topped with caramelized onions. Top with another slice of toasted rye to form a sandwich. Repeat for the second patty melt.
8
Serve
Cut the patty melts in half diagonally and serve hot with your favorite side, such as fries or a salad.