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Ultimate Patty Melt

A comforting patty melt featuring caramelized onions, melted Swiss cheese, and crispy bread, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (80% lean) For juicy and flavorful patties.
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced Adds sweetness when caramelized.
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese Gooeyness is key.
  • 4 slices rye or sourdough bread Use your preferred type.
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter For toasting the bread.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté the sliced onions, seasoning with salt and pepper until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
  2. While the onions cook, season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then form it into two evenly sized patties.
Cooking
  1. Slide the patties into the skillet with onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until seared, then flip and place two slices of Swiss cheese on each patty. Cover with a lid and finish cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  2. Butter one side of each slice of bread. Place a slice, butter-side down, onto another skillet. Top with a patty, caramelized onions, and another slice of bread, butter-side up.
  3. Cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Slice the patty melt in half and serve.

Notes

For a variation, use cheddar or provolone instead of Swiss cheese. If you're short on time, frozen caramelized onions can be used as a shortcut.