Description
Classic Patty Melts are an irresistible comfort food that combines savory seasoned beef, sweet caramelized onions, and two types of melted cheese, all nestled between crispy rye bread. This diner-style classic is easy to make and perfect for any meal, from casual lunches to cozy dinners. In just 45 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering sandwich that will delight your family and friends with its rich flavors and satisfying texture. Elevate your home cooking with this delightful recipe that invites nostalgia and satisfies cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 slices rye bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- Butter for grilling
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the secret sauce by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Set aside.
- Caramelize onions in a skillet over medium heat with butter until golden brown (15-20 minutes). Remove from heat.
- Form ground beef into four thin patties; season with salt and pepper. Cook in the same skillet for about 3-4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Set aside.
- Assemble sandwiches: Butter one side of each rye slice. Layer Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, then top with another slice of buttered bread.
- Grill in the skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted (about 2-3 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg