Turkey Patty Melt

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• fresh ground black pepper

• 4 (4 ounce)  ground turkey burgers
• 8 slices multi-grain bread
• 8 slices monterey jack cheese or American cheese
• 2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Directions

1. 1

   Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the onion, season with some salt and pepper, and cook until golden, about 7 minutes.

3. 3

   Put in a bowl and set aside. Wipe out the skillet and add another tablespoon of oil.

4. 4

   Season the turkey patties with salt and pepper, and cook in the remaining oil until well browned, about 3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet. Wipe out the pan.

5. 5

   Divide the onions among 4 bread slices, and top with a slice of cheese, a patty, another slice of cheese, and a slice of bread.

6. 6

   Spread the top and bottom of the sandwiches with some butter.

7. 7

   Heat the cast iron skillet over medium heat.

8. 8

   Cook the sandwiches, in batches if needed, turning once, until lightly browned and the cheese melts, about 2 minutes per side.

9. 9

   Halve the sandwiches and serve with cranberry sauce, if desired.