Best Patty Melt Ever: Comfort Food That Delivers Bliss

The Best Patty Melt Ever is an irresistible comfort food featuring juicy beef, melted cheese, and caramelized onions on crispy rye bread.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 700

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Patty

1 lb Ground Beef (85/15) Use leaner options if needed.
Onion Red or yellow recommended.
1 tbsp Mustard Dijon or yellow mustard work beautifully.
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Boosts flavor.

For the Bread

4 slices Rye Bread Sourdough or French bread are alternatives.

For the Cheese

2 slices Muenster Cheese Substitute with Swiss or provolone if desired.
2 slices Cheddar Cheese Can switch for smoked gouda or pepper jack.

For the Toppings

2 tbsp Butter For grilling.
1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Enhances onion flavor.
2 tbsp Mayonnaise Creamy base for burger sauce.
1 tbsp Dill Pickle Relish Sweet relish can be substituted.
2 tbsp Ketchup
Salt & Pepper To taste.

Equipment

skillet
Mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, mustard, dill pickle relish, and ketchup to create a creamy burger sauce. Stir until well blended and refrigerate.
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions, red wine vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for about 20 minutes until caramelized.
Shape ground beef into two patties. Season with salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard.
Heat the skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for about 4 minutes on each side.
Spread burger sauce on one side of each slice of rye bread. Layer with cheese, a patty, and caramelized onions, then top with another slice of cheese and bread.
Grill sandwiches in the skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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