Patty Melts
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this indulgent Patty Melts recipe! Featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef patties nestled between two slices of buttery, golden-brown rye bread, this classic sandwich is elevated with rich Swiss cheese and sweet, caramelized onions. The combination of crisp bread, gooey melted cheese, and savory beef creates a flavor explosion that’s irresistible. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual weekends, this recipe comes together in just 45 minutes and serves two generously sized sandwiches. Serve your patty melts with crispy fries or a tangy pickle to complete the meal. This hearty twist on a diner favorite will leave everyone craving seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 slices Swiss cheese (or Gouda, sliced)
- 4 slices Rye bread
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Divide into two equal portions, shaping them into oval-shaped patties to roughly match the shape of the bread. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until soft, golden brown, and caramelized. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, increase the heat to medium. Place the beef patties in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Clean the skillet lightly with a paper towel and return it to medium-low heat. Butter one side of each slice of rye bread with the remaining butter.
Assemble the patty melts: Place one slice of bread buttered-side down in the skillet. Layer with one slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, and another slice of Swiss cheese. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered-side up.
Cook the sandwich for 2-3 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is fully melted.
Repeat with the second patty melt and serve immediately, sliced in half if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2591 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.0 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.2 g | 436% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 545 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 3717 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.5 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 123.3 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1254 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1863 mg | 40% | |
*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.
