Description
Indulge in the classic patty melt, a nostalgic comfort food that brings together the savory flavors of juicy beef patties, gooey melted cheese, and sweet caramelized onions— all nestled between crispy rye bread. This grilled delight evokes memories of family dinners and gatherings with friends. Perfect for any occasion, the classic patty melt can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it an easy yet impressive dish. Whether served with crispy fries or a refreshing coleslaw, this recipe guarantees satisfaction with every bite. Dive into the deliciousness of a homemade classic patty melt today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices rye bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 large onion
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the onion thinly and caramelize it in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt and pepper. Form into two patties slightly larger than the bread.
- Cook patties in another skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until desired doneness.
- Assemble sandwiches by layering cheese and caramelized onions on top of each patty between two slices of rye bread.
- Butter the outside of the sandwiches and grill in a skillet until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Slice diagonally and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food/Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (295g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg