Description
Indulge in the comforting allure of a Classic Patty Melt, a beloved American sandwich that brings together juicy beef patties, gooey Swiss cheese, and sweet caramelized onions, all nestled between two crisp slices of rye bread. This iconic dish is perfect for lunch or dinner, offering warmth and satisfaction with every bite. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, you can enhance your melt with unique toppings or different cheeses to suit your taste. Pair it with crispy fries or refreshing coleslaw for a delightful dining experience that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices rye or sourdough bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, sauté the sliced onions for about 10-15 minutes until caramelized.
- In a bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Shape into patties slightly larger than the bread slices.
- In another skillet over medium-high heat, cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they reach your desired doneness.
- Assemble the sandwiches by placing a patty on one slice of bread, topping it with caramelized onions and two slices of cheese before adding another slice of bread.
- Grill each sandwich in the skillet until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Serve hot, cut in half for easy eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg