patty melt recipe

A Patty Melt is a delicious, classic American sandwich that combines a juicy beef patty, melted cheese, and sautéed onions, all sandwiched between two slices of crispy, buttery toasted bread. It’s the ultimate comfort food! Here’s a simple recipe for making a delicious Patty Melt:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for best flavor and juiciness)

• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

• 4 slices rye bread (or your preferred bread)

• 4 slices Swiss cheese (or American cheese if you prefer)

• 2 tbsp butter, softened

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, for extra flavor)

• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Onions:

   • In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add the thinly sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 15 minutes. If the onions start to burn, reduce the heat. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder (if using) for added flavor.

   • Once the onions are golden and tender, remove from the skillet and set aside.

2. Make the Patties:

   • While the onions are cooking, shape the ground beef into 4 equal-sized patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

   • Heat a separate skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook the beef patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (medium-rare to medium works well for Patty Melts).

   • Just before the patties are done, place a slice of Swiss cheese on each patty and let it melt.

3. Assemble the Patty Melts:

   • While the patties cook, butter one side of each slice of rye bread.

   • In the same skillet or griddle you cooked the patties on, toast the buttered side of each slice of bread until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.

4. Assemble the Sandwiches:

   • On the unbuttered side of each slice of toasted rye bread, place a patty with melted cheese.

   • Add a generous amount of caramelized onions on top of the patty.

   • Top with the second slice of toasted bread, buttered side up.

5. Serve:

   • Cut the Patty Melt in half diagonally and serve hot with your favorite side (crispy fries or a pickle work great).

Tips:

• Cheese Variation: While Swiss is classic, you can experiment with cheddar, American, or even Gruyère for a different twist.

• Bread: Rye bread is traditional, but you can use any bread you like, such as sourdough or whole wheat.

• Customizing: Add a little mustard or ketchup if you like extra flavor, or even some sautéed mushrooms for a gourmet touch.

A Patty Melt is a perfect blend of rich, savory flavors and crispy texture—definitely a crowd-pleaser! Enjoy! Let me know if you’d like any other variations or ideas!