Recipe: Scandinavian Burgers with Swiss and Cheddar

SCANDINAVIAN BURGERS WITH SWISS AND CHEDDAR

1 1/2 pounds ground beef (85 percent lean)
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
2 teaspoon dried dill weed
Salt and pepper
4 slices Cheddar cheese
FOR SERVING:
4 slices dark rye bread
4 lettuce leaves
12 thin cucumber slices
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion Fresh dill, if desired

Divide ground beef into 8 equal portions and form into thin oval patties. Place equal portions of Swiss cheese and dill in center of 4 patties. Top with remaining patties. Press edges together to seal securely.

Place on rack in broiler pan so burgers are 3 to 4 inches from heat. Broil 14 to 16 minutes, turning once. Season with salt and pepper. Place slice of Cheddar cheese on each burger 1 minute before end of cooking time.

TO SERVE:
Place a lettuce leaf on each slice of rye bread; top with a burger and equal amounts of cucumber slices and red onion. Garnish with fresh dill if desired.

Makes 4 servings
From: Recipelink.com
Source: Recipe pamphlet: Gourmet Cheeseburgers Cookbook, American Dairy Farmers and Beef Industry Council