Meal No. 1116: Patty Melts

I've been gone since Sunday, which itself was a tough day because of having to clear out the disaster that was my study. Coming in from a full and long and good week of work with Virginia Beach City Public Schools, I was ready to get back into my kitchen, even if it meant serving dinner as late as 9:30 at night.

It couldn't be too complicated, and patty melts just sounded right to me.

Classic Burger Sauce

from Cook's Illustrated, July-August 2008, p. 11.

4 T mayonnaise
2 T ketchup
1 tsp sweet pickle relish
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp white vinegar
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl.