Italian Patty Melts

My family enjoys this simple but delicious meal. Recipe is from Simple & Delicious.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  egg
• 1⁄2 cup  spaghetti sauce, divided
• 3  tablespoons  seasoned bread crumbs
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1  lb lean ground beef
• 2  tablespoons butter, melted
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1⁄8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 8  slices  Italian bread
• 1⁄2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

Directions

1. In large bowl, combine the egg, 1/4 cup spaghetti sauce, bread crumbs and pepper.
2. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
3. Shape into four oval patties; set aside.
4. Combine butter and seasonings; brush over both sides of bread.
5. In large skillet, toast bread until lightly browned; set aside.
6. In the same skillet, cook patties over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until no longer pink.
7. Spoon remaining sauce over patties; sprinkle with cheese.
8. Cover and cook 1 minute or until cheese is melted.
9. Place burgers on four slices of toast; top with remaining toast.