Description
Warm, cheesy, and loaded with caramelized onions, this Classic Patty Melt combines the best of a burger and a grilled cheese. A quick and easy comfort food that never goes out of style!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices rye bread
- 1 cup yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 slices Swiss cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-30 minutes until caramelized. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, season the ground beef with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Divide into 2 equal portions and shape into thin patties, slightly larger than the bread slices.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Set aside.
- Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Layer the non-buttered side of one slice with a slice of Swiss cheese, a cooked beef patty, caramelized onions, and a slice of cheddar cheese. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side out.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the assembled sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden and crispy, and the cheese has melted.
- Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately.
Notes
- Caramelized onions can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For added flavor, you can mix Worcestershire sauce into the ground beef before shaping the patties.
- Want a spicier kick? Add a slice of pepper jack cheese or a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes