NYC Chopped Cheese Sandwich

Prep Steps

• 1 onion {do:dice}
• 1/2 green bell pepper (optional) {do:dice}
• 6 slices bacon (optional) {do:dice}
• 1 cup lettuce {do:shred}
• 1 tomato {do:slice}

Cook the Beef

In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, add...

• 1 onion, diced
• 1 1/4 lbs 80/20 ground beef
• 1/2 green bell pepper, diced (optional)
• 6 slices bacon, diced (optional)

Chop the onion and beef together with a spatula as they cook, until browned. Drain the extra grease.

Melt the Cheese

Return the pan to the heat and add...

• 6 slices deluxe American cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp Lawry's seasoned salt
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Chop the beef and cheese together in the pan until the cheese has melted and everything is combined.

Build

In a separate pan, lightly toast...

• 4 hero or hoagie rolls, split

Fill each roll with a generous portion of the beef and cheese, then add...

• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup lettuce, shredded
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 2 tbsp yellow mustard (optional)
• 1 tbsp sriracha (optional)
• 8 pickle slices (optional)