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Patty Melt

Patty Melt: 5 Secrets to the Perfect Grilled Sandwich


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  • Author: Fenna Saul
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

This Easy Patty Melt Recipe features juicy beef patties, caramelized onions, melty Swiss cheese, and buttery toasted rye bread. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this classic diner-style sandwich is comforting, quick, and packed with flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 large yellow onions, sliced thin
  • 8 slices rye bread
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Slice onions thinly and cook in a skillet with butter over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
  2. Shape the ground beef into 4 oval patties, roughly the size of the bread slices. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, cook patties over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  4. Assemble the sandwiches: layer cheese, patty, onions, another slice of cheese, and top with bread.
  5. In a clean skillet, melt butter and grill each sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: Sandwich
    • Method: Grilling
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
    • Calories: 620
    • Sugar: 5g
    • Sodium: 800mg
    • Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
    • Trans Fat: 1g
    • Carbohydrates: 35g
    • Fiber: 2g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Cholesterol: 100mg