Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic patty melt with this easy-to-follow recipe. Juicy beef patties, caramelized onions, and Swiss cheese are sandwiched between buttery rye bread slices, creating a deliciously melty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Caramelized Onions:
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the Beef Patties:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For Assembly:
- 8 slices rye bread
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until caramelized and golden brown. Set aside.
- Prepare the Beef Patties: In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Form into 4 thin, wide patties, roughly the shape of your bread slices. Cook the patties in the skillet over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until fully cooked and browned. Remove and set aside.
- Assemble the Patty Melts: On the unbuttered side of the rye bread slices, layer 1 slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, another slice of cheese, and top with a second bread slice, buttered side out. Heat the skillet over medium heat and cook each sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and the cheese is melted. Slice in half and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute sourdough or Texas toast for rye bread.
- Enhance the richness by adding cheddar or American cheese.
- For a classic diner experience, pair with pickles and crispy fries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
