Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a classic patty melt with this easy-to-follow recipe. This savory sandwich features juicy beef patties, caramelized onions, and gooey cheese, all grilled between slices of rye bread to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
For Caramelized Onions:
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
For Beef Patties:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For Assembly:
- 8 slices rye bread
- 8 slices Swiss or American cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- Mayonnaise or Thousand Island dressing for spreading (optional)
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and cook onions over medium heat for 20–25 minutes until golden. Set aside.
- Prepare Beef Patties: Season ground beef with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Form into 4 patties and cook in the skillet until done. Set aside.
- Assemble Patty Melts: Layer cheese, patty, onions, more cheese, and bread slices. Cook sandwiches in butter until golden and cheese melts.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with optional spreads and sides.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with mayo or Thousand Island dressing inside the sandwich.
- Pair with pickles, chips, or fries for a classic diner meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
