Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Classic Patty Melt, a delightful sandwich that brings together juicy ground beef, melted Swiss cheese, and sweet caramelized onions between two slices of perfectly grilled rye bread. This mouthwatering dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion—be it a casual family dinner or game day gathering. With its golden-brown, crispy exterior, each bite offers a perfect blend of rich flavors and textures, reminiscent of your favorite diner experience. Simple yet satisfying, this nostalgic classic can be whipped up in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or spontaneous cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices rye bread
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 large onion
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the onion and caramelize it in a skillet over medium heat with 1 tablespoon of butter for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and shape into patties slightly larger than the bread slices. Season with salt and pepper.
- In another skillet, cook the patties over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached. In the last minute, top each patty with Swiss cheese and cover to melt.
- Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Assemble the sandwiches by layering a patty with melted cheese and caramelized onions between two slices of bread (butter-side out).
- Grill the sandwiches over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg