Gourmet Beef Patties

1 1/2 lb Lean ground beef

1 1/2 ts Salt

1/4 ts Pepper

2 tb Ice water

4 Thin slices Swiss cheese

4 Thin slices cooked ham

Lightly mix ground beef with the salt, pepper and ice water. Shape into 8 equal size patties. Place a slice of cheese and ham on 4 patties. Cover with remaining patties; press to seal in ham and cheese. Broil 4 minutes on each side or to desired degree of doneness. Makes 4 servings. Tip: The ice water prevent the meat from drying out. Typed by [email protected] -----