Description
This recipe for the Irresistible Best Patty Melt Ever with Cheesy Goodness combines juicy seasoned beef patties, caramelized onions, and a luscious blend of Muenster and Cheddar cheeses sandwiched between buttery rye bread. Enhanced with a tangy homemade burger sauce, this classic American comfort food is grilled to golden perfection with melty cheese and crisped bread for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Burger Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- 2 tbsp Dill Pickle Relish
- 2 tbsp Ketchup
For the Patty Melt
- 1 lb Ground Beef (85/15 blend)
- 1 medium Onion (red or yellow, thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce (divided)
- 4 slices Muenster Cheese
- 4 slices Cheddar Cheese
- 4 slices Rye Bread
- 2 tbsp Butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Additional Mustard (for seasoning patties)
Instructions
- Prepare Burger Sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, dill pickle relish, and ketchup. Mix thoroughly until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready for use to allow flavors to meld.
- Caramelize Onions: Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add thinly sliced onions, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and red wine vinegar. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and golden brown.
- Form Hamburger Patties: Shape the ground beef into two even patties. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and a bit of mustard to enhance flavor and create a juicy patty.
- Cook Patties: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for approximately 4 minutes on each side or until they reach medium-well doneness. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble Patty Melts: Butter one side of each rye bread slice with the remaining butter. Place two slices butter-side down on the skillet. Spread a layer of the prepared burger sauce on each. Top with slices of Muenster and Cheddar cheese, then add caramelized onions followed by the cooked patties. Cover with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
- Grill Sandwiches: Cook the assembled sandwiches in the skillet for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, pressing gently, until the bread is toasted golden-brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted completely.
Notes
- Use an 85/15 ground beef blend for optimal juiciness and flavor in the patties.
- Adjust the amount of dill pickle relish in the burger sauce to control tanginess to your preference.
- For variations, you can substitute cheddar with Swiss or American cheese slices.
- Butter the bread generously to achieve a golden, crispy crust when grilling the sandwiches.
- Cook patties to medium-well or desired doneness, ensuring food safety and taste preference.
- Allow the homemade sauce to rest in the fridge to deepen the flavor before assembling.
