Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Patty Melt, where juicy beef patties meet gooey melted cheese and sweet caramelized onions, all nestled between two slices of perfectly grilled bread. This easy-to-make sandwich brings together a delightful medley of flavors and textures, making it ideal for lunch, dinner, or any gathering. With just a handful of ingredients and under 30 minutes of prep, you can enjoy this mouthwatering dish that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Customize it with your favorite toppings or side dishes for an unforgettable meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 4 slices rye or sourdough bread
- 1 large sweet onion, sliced
- 4 slices American or Swiss cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown (about 15-20 minutes).
- While the onions cook, shape the ground beef into four half-inch-thick patties; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In another skillet over medium-high heat, cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- To assemble, layer one slice of bread with cooked onions, a patty, and cheese; top with another slice of bread.
- Grill each sandwich in the skillet until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melted (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg