Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a Classic Patty Melt, a mouthwatering sandwich that beautifully combines juicy beef patties, gooey Swiss cheese, and sweet caramelized onions nestled between two slices of perfectly toasted rye or sourdough bread. This dish offers a satisfying crunch with every bite, making it ideal for casual lunches, cozy dinners, or weekend gatherings. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up this comforting meal that evokes warm memories of late-night diners and family get-togethers. Customize your melt with your favorite toppings and enjoy a versatile dish sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices rye or sourdough bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet and add sliced onions. Cook until caramelized (10-15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Form ground beef into four equal patties; season with salt and pepper.
- Push onions aside and cook patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until desired doneness.
- Assemble by layering cheese on one slice of bread, followed by the patty and onions, then topping with another slice of cheese and bread.
- Butter both sides of the sandwich and grill in the skillet until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg