Italian Patty Melts

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce, divided
• 3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pound 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 shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

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

egg, spaghetti sauce, bread crumbs, pepper, ground beef, butter, dried basil, parsley flakes, garlic, italian bread, mozzarella cheese

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/italian-patty-melts/ (may not work)