Classic Patty Melt
Indulge in the nostalgic comfort of a classic patty melt, where juicy ground beef meets melted Swiss cheese and sweet caramelized onions, all nestled between crispy rye bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb high-quality ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 slices rye bread
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté sliced onions until caramelized (10-12 minutes). Set aside.
- Season ground beef with salt and pepper, then form into two patties.
- Increase skillet heat to medium-high and cook patties for about 4 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- Assemble each sandwich with one slice of rye bread, a patty, caramelized onions, two slices of Swiss cheese, and top with another slice of bread.
- Melt remaining butter in the skillet; grill each sandwich for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try mixing different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack. Customize by adding toppings such as jalapeños or sautéed mushrooms.