Italian American Sausage Patty Melts
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these hearty and irresistible Italian American Sausage Patty Melts! Juicy, perfectly seasoned Italian sausage patties are layered with golden-brown caramelized onions and melted provolone cheese, all tucked between slices of buttery, garlic-infused rye bread. The crispy, toasted exterior and gooey, savory filling create a mouthwatering balance of flavors and textures in every bite. Perfect for fans of diner-style melts, this recipe is a fusion of Italian-inspired ingredients and American comfort food at its best. Ready in just 45 minutes and satisfying enough to serve a crowd, these sausage patty melts are ideal for cozy dinners or casual gatherings. Serve alongside a crisp side salad or a tray of fries for the ultimate sandwich experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, casing removed)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 medium Yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 8 slices Provolone cheese slices
- 8 slices Rye bread (or sourdough, if preferred)
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the thinly sliced onions, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes or until the onions are soft, deeply caramelized, and golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
While the onions cook, divide the Italian sausage into 4 equal portions and form them into flat, round patties slightly larger than the bread slices. The patties will shrink slightly as they cook.
In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Cook the sausage patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through with no pink remaining (internal temperature should reach 160°F). Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Wipe out the skillet with a paper towel, then add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Melt the butter over medium-low heat and stir in the garlic powder.
Brush one side of each slice of rye bread with the garlic butter mixture.
Assemble the patty melts: Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface. Add one slice of provolone cheese on each piece, then layer with a sausage patty, some caramelized onions, and another slice of provolone cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
Heat the skillet over medium heat. Working in batches if necessary, cook each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown and toasty.
Remove the patty melts from the skillet and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Slice in half and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
857 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.3 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 141 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2122 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*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.
