The Ultimate Patty Melt Ever with Caramelized Onions and Cheese

This Patty Melt Ever combines melty cheese and caramelized onions for an indulgent and quick meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 700

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Patty

1 lb Ground Beef (85/15 blend) Can substitute with turkey or plant-based options.
1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Enhances the beef’s umami flavor.
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper

For the Onions

1 medium Onion Red or yellow onions work well.
2 tbsp Butter For sautéing the onions.
1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Adds acidity to the onions.

For the Bread

4 slices Rye Bread Can swap with sourdough or French bread.

For the Cheese

2 slices Muenster Cheese Can substitute with provolone or cheddar.
2 slices Cheddar Cheese Swiss or American are good alternatives.

For the Sauce

2 tbsp Mayonnaise Can use Greek yogurt as a healthier option.
1 tbsp Mustard
1 tbsp Dill Pickle Relish Substitute with sweet relish if desired.
1 tbsp Ketchup Optional based on taste.

Equipment

Skillet
bowl
Spatula

Method

Instructions

Prepare the burger sauce by mixing mayonnaise, mustard, dill pickle relish, and ketchup in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
Caramelize the onions by heating a skillet, adding butter, then onions, red wine vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce for about 20 minutes until soft.
Form the ground beef into two equal patties, season with salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard.
Cook patties in a preheated skillet for 4 minutes on one side and 3-4 minutes on the other to reach desired doneness.
Assemble the patty melt by buttering bread, placing in skillet, adding cheese, cooked patties, and then more cheese, finishing with another slice of bread.
Grill the sandwiches over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Experiment with different cheeses and bread types for delightful variations.

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