Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic patty melt—a beloved sandwich that combines juicy ground beef, gooey melted cheese, and sweet caramelized onions, all nestled between two slices of crispy rye or sourdough bread. This delectable dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family dinner or a game day treat. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by rich and savory goodness that tantalizes your taste buds. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this timeless comfort food in no time. Serve with crispy fries or refreshing coleslaw for a complete meal that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices rye or sourdough bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat, add 1 tablespoon of butter, and sliced onions. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cook the beef patties: Form ground beef into four patties, season with salt and pepper, and cook each patty in another skillet over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes per side.
- Assemble the sandwich: Take two slices of bread, layer one with a beef patty, caramelized onions, and a slice of Swiss cheese before topping with another slice of bread.
- Grill: In the skillet used for onions, melt remaining butter over medium-low heat. Grill each sandwich until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
- Serve hot: Cut in half diagonally and enjoy with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg