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Classic Patty Melt Recipe

Classic Patty Melt Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Patty Melt Recipe. Juicy beef patties, caramelized onions, and melty Swiss cheese sandwiched between buttery, toasted rye bread.


Ingredients

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    Ground Beef Patty:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Additional Ingredients:

  • 4 slices rye bread
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Optional: Thousand Island or Dijon mustard for serving

Instructions

  1. Caramelize Onions: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet, add onions, cook until golden brown.
  2. Cook Patties: Shape beef into patties, season, cook in a skillet.
  3. Assemble Sandwiches: Butter bread, layer cheese, patty, onions, cheese, and bread. Grill until golden and cheese melts.

Notes

  • Rye bread is traditional, but sourdough or Texas toast can be used.
  • You can substitute Swiss cheese with cheddar or American.
  • Enhance flavors by spreading mustard or Thousand Island on the bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 680
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 960 mg
  • Fat: 42 g
  • Saturated Fat: 18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Trans Fat: 1.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg