Copycat Steak N Shake Frisco Melts
Recreate the ultimate diner favorite at home with this Copycat Steak 'n Shake Frisco Melts recipe! Featuring savory, seasoned ground beef patties layered with melted American and Swiss cheeses, all nestled between golden, buttery sourdough bread, this sandwich captures the nostalgic charm of the original. The signature Frisco sauce—a tangy blend of Thousand Island dressing, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of paprika—takes these melts to the next level. Perfectly pan-seared and crisped to perfection, these Frisco Melts are easy to make in just 30 minutes and pair beautifully with fries or a fresh side salad. Bring the flavor of a classic diner to your kitchen today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 4 slices American cheese slices
- 4 slices Swiss cheese slices
- 8 slices Sourdough bread
- 2 tbsp Butter, softened
- 0.25 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 2 tbsp Ketchup
- 0.5 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 tsp Paprika
Instructions
In a small bowl, prepare the Frisco sauce by mixing Thousand Island dressing, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and paprika. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into thin, oval patties slightly larger than the bread slices. Season each patty evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and wipe the skillet clean. Butter one side of each sourdough slice.
Assemble the sandwiches. Place one slice of buttered bread (butter side down) on the skillet. Layer one slice of Swiss cheese, a cooked beef patty, a slice of American cheese, and another buttered bread slice (butter side up). Repeat this process for all sandwiches.
Cook the assembled sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted.
Once cooked, remove the Frisco Melts from the skillet. Carefully open each sandwich and spread a generous layer of prepared Frisco sauce on the inside of the bread. Close the sandwiches back up.
Slice each Frisco Melt in half and serve immediately with your favorite sides like fries or a salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1173 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 418 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 442 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
