Classic Patty Melt
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Patty Melt, where juicy beef patties meet melting cheese and sweet caramelized onions, all nestled between crispy rye bread. Perfect for cozy nights or casual get-togethers, this dish promises a nostalgic experience that tantalizes your taste buds. With each bite, relish the harmony of flavors and textures that make this classic truly unforgettable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chuck
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices marble rye bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion and shape ground beef into four equal patties; season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter and add the onions. Cook for about 15 minutes until caramelized.
- Increase heat to medium-high and grill the beef patties for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Add cheese slices on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking; cover to melt.
- Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. In another skillet, place one slice butter-side down, layer with a patty, caramelized onions, another cheese slice, then top with another piece of bread.
- Grill both sides until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 990mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using pepper jack cheese or adding crispy bacon. Leftovers can be stored wrapped in foil for up to three days; reheat in a skillet to avoid sogginess.