A patty melt is a classic comfort food that’s simple to make but delivers big flavor. Here’s a recipe to create a juicy and delicious patty melt:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 6 teaspoons mayonnaise
- 4 slices rye bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- Your favorite sandwich bread or hamburger buns
Instructions:
- Prepare the beef patties:
- Combine ground beef and black pepper in a bowl. Divide the mixture into four equal parts and shape them into patties.
- Cook the onions:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until softened and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the patties:
- Add patties to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Assemble the patty melts:
- Spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
- Place a slice of Swiss cheese on top of the mayonnaise.
- Top with a cooked patty and a layer of caramelized onions.
- Grill or pan-fry:
- Butter the outside of the bread slices.
- Grill the sandwiches over medium heat until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown, or pan-fry them in a skillet with butter until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately:
- Cut the sandwiches in half and serve hot.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, add your favorite seasonings to the ground beef, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or Worcestershire sauce.
- You can substitute Swiss cheese with your preferred cheese, such as American, cheddar, or provolone.
- To make the patties juicier, add a spoonful of water or ice to the ground beef before shaping the patties.
Enjoy your classic patty melt!
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