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Best Patty Melt Ever

Best Patty Melt Ever: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Comfort in Minutes

The Best Patty Melt Ever combines juicy grilled hamburger patties, caramelized onions, and melted cheese on rye bread. A quick and customizable comfort food delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patty
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Use 85/15 blend or ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Onion Red or yellow variety works well.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
For the Bread and Cheese
  • 4 slices Rye Bread Can substitute with sourdough or French bread.
  • 2 slices Muenster Cheese Alternatives include Swiss or American cheese.
  • 2 slices Cheddar Cheese Choose mild or sharp based on preference.
For the Burger Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Vegan mayo can be used for a plant-based option.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Dill Pickle Relish Substitute with sweet relish if desired.
  • 1 tbsp Ketchup
For Caramelization
  • 2 tbsp Butter Essential for grilling.
  • 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a great substitute.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Basic seasonings.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Burger Sauce: In a small mixing bowl, combine creamy mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, tangy dill pickle relish, and rich ketchup. Stir well and refrigerate.
  2. Caramelize Onions: Heat a skillet over medium-low heat, add sliced onions and butter, and pour in red wine vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and cook until golden brown.
  3. Cook Patties: Form patties from ground beef, season with salt and pepper, rub with Worcestershire sauce. Cook in a separate skillet until browned and medium-well.
  4. Assemble Sandwiches: Butter the bread, place in skillet, spread sauce, add cheeses, onions, and patties, then top with another slice of bread.
  5. Grill Sandwiches: Grill over medium heat until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite toppings and cheeses for a personal touch. Ensure that ground beef is cold before forming patties for juiciness.

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