Ground Beef Patties

INGREDIENTS:

FOR THE ONIONS:

3/4 cup yellow onion, finely minced

2 tablespoons butter

FOR THE PATTIES:

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef

2 tablespoons butter, softened

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1/8 teaspoon pepper

1/8 teaspoon thyme

1 egg

1/2 cup flour, spread on a plate

1 tablespoon butter

1 tablespoon oil

FOR THE SAUCE:

1/2 cup beef stock, beef bouillon, dry white wine, dry white vermouth, red wine, or 1/4 cup water

2-3 tablespoons butter, softened

2 tablespoons green herbs, minced (such as parsley, chives, tarragon, or chervil)

DIRECTIONS:

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the 2 tablespoons butter and onions and cook slowly until soft but not brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a mixing bowl and set aside.

To the mixing bowl, add the beef, 2 tablespoons softened butter, salt, pepper, thyme, and egg. Beat vigorously with a wooden spoon until well mixed.

Form mixture into patties 3/4 inch thick and cover and chill until ready to use.

When ready to cook, lightly roll patties in flour spread on a plate, shaking off excess.

In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the 1 tablespoon butter and oil. When it begins to foam and subside, sauté the patties to desired temperature, about 2-3 minutes or more per side depending on doneness …