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Classic Patty Melt Recipe

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This Classic Patty Melt recipe features juicy ground beef patties, caramelized onions, and melted Swiss cheese, all sandwiched between perfectly toasted rye bread. It’s a diner-style favorite you can easily make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 8 slices rye bread
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese (or American cheese)
  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the onions:
    Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until golden and caramelized. Set aside.
  2. Form the patties:
    Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape into thin patties slightly larger than the bread slices. Season with garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook the patties:
    In the same skillet, cook the patties over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Assemble the melts:
    Butter one side of each rye bread slice. On the unbuttered side, layer a slice of cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, and another slice of cheese. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
  5. Grill the sandwiches:
    In a skillet or griddle over medium heat, cook the assembled sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite sides like fries or a salad.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a dollop of Thousand Island or Russian dressing inside the sandwich before grilling.
  • Use a spatula to press down lightly on the sandwiches while cooking for even toasting.

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