Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic patty melt, where juicy beef patties meet gooey melted cheese and sweet caramelized onions, all nestled between two slices of buttery toasted bread. This nostalgic sandwich evokes memories of cozy diners and family gatherings, making it perfect for casual weeknight dinners or laid-back weekend lunches. With its simple preparation and versatility, you can customize your patty melt with different cheeses or proteins to suit your taste. Pair it with crispy fries or a refreshing salad for a complete meal experience that is sure to satisfy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 4 slices rye or sourdough bread
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté sliced onions in a skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of butter until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.
- Form ground beef into two burger patties; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook patties in another skillet over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes on each side, adding cheese during the last minute to melt.
- Butter one side of each bread slice and toast in a pan until golden.
- Assemble by layering caramelized onions on each cheesy patty, then sandwich between toasted bread.
- Grill assembled sandwiches on both sides until crispy, about 3 minutes per side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 585
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg