Classic Patty Melt Recipe
This classic patty melt recipe combines juicy beef patties, caramelized onions, gooey cheese, and perfectly toasted rye bread for an indulgent and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 8 slices rye bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Form the ground beef into 4 equal patties and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the patties in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and sauté onions until golden and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Butter one side of each slice of rye bread.
- Layer a slice of cheddar, a beef patty, caramelized onions, a slice of Swiss cheese, and top with another slice of bread, buttered side out.
- Grill each sandwich in the skillet over medium heat until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the onions while caramelizing.
- Use a sandwich press or a heavy pan to press down the sandwiches for even grilling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920
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