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Patty Melt Recipe

Patty Melt Recipe

Rebecca Blumer
A patty melt combines the best parts of a burger and a grilled cheese sandwich, featuring buttery rye bread, caramelized onions, and melted Swiss cheese over a juicy beef patty.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Sandwiches
Calories 680 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

Beef Patties

  • 1 to 1.5 pounds ground beef 80/20 ratio for juiciness
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste

Caramelized Onions

  • 2 medium sweet onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Sandwich Assembly

  • 8 slices rye bread or substitute with sourdough or wheat bread
  • 4 to 8 slices Swiss cheese or substitute with cheddar or provolone
  • 4 tablespoons butter softened, for spreading
  • 1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing optional, for spread

Instructions
 

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
  • Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until caramelized (about 15-20 minutes). Set aside.
  • In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Form into 4 thin patties slightly larger than the bread slices.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each patty for about 3 minutes per side, until well-seared and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  • Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place half of the slices buttered-side down in a clean skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
  • Layer a slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, and another slice of cheese on top of each bread slice.
  • If using, spread Thousand Island dressing on the unbuttered side of the remaining bread slices, then place them on top of each sandwich, buttered-side up.
  • Cook each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  • Remove from skillet, let rest for a minute, then serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

Customize your patty melt with different cheeses, sauces, or add extras like sautéed mushrooms or bacon for added flavor.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
  • Calories: 680 kcal
  • Total Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Protein: 38g
 
⚠️ Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is estimated based on automated calculations and should be viewed as an approximation. These values are offered as a helpful reference and may vary depending on specific ingredients and brands used. For the most accurate results, please consult your own nutritional data or preferred brand values.