STEAK ’ N SHAKE

Frisco Melt

STEAK ’ N SHAKE IS AN AMERICAN CLASSIC: DRIVE-THROUGH, DINE-IN, BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, AND A SPECIAL KID S ’ MENU. ONE OF THE FEW CHAINS TO OFFER A WHOLE SECTION OF MELTS, THE FRISCO IS ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR.

Buttery Blend 1 / 4 cup ( 1 / 2 stick) unsalted butter, softened 1 / 4 teaspoon garlic salt 1 / 4 teaspoon ground white pepper Frisco Sauce 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

2 tablespoons ketchup

2 tablespoons yellow mustard

2 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing 2 pounds ground beef or chuck 2 teaspoons kosher salt

1 teaspoon pepper

8 thick slices sourdough bread 4 slices Swiss cheese

4 slices American cheese

1. Do ahead: Form the ground beef into 8 equal-sized patties. Refrigerate them at least 30 minutes before grilling.

2. Do ahead: To make the Buttery Blend, whisk together the softened butter with the garlic salt and white pepper. Pack the seasoned butter into a ramekin or cup and refrigerate, covered. Let it come to room temperature before using it.

3. Do ahead: The Frisco Sauce can be made a day or two ahead of time if you wish. Whisk all the ingredients together and refrigerate in a covered container.

4. Light a charcoal barbecue or heat a gas grill to medium. Clean the grate and coat it with vegetable oil.

5. Season the patties with the salt and pepper. Grill the patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning once, or until cooked to your preferred doneness.

6. Spread 1 side of all 8 slices of bread with the Buttery Blend. Grill the bread, coated side down, until toasted, taking care to not burn the bread.