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Classic Patty Melt Sandwiches

Never just a simple sandwich, the best patty melt is this all-American classic. Juicy, well-seasoned beef patties, melty cheddar and provolone cheese, sweet caramelized onions, all sandwiched between two well-buttered and flavorful slices of rye bread. Slather on your favorite spread, serve with crispy, homemade fries, and you've got a true diner classic.

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
17 mins
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 734 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef chuck 80/20 lean to fat ratio
  • kosher salt
  • freshly cracked black pepper
  • Granulated Garlic and Onion
  • 1 cup caramelized onions
  • 4 lices cheddar cheese
  • 4 lices Swiss or provolone cheese
  • 3-4 tbsp garlic aioli or favorite spread optional
  • 8 lices seeded rye bread
  • 2 tsp butter softened

Instructions

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  1. Divide beef into four equal sized patties, creating a well in the center with your thumb. Season both sides of each patty with salt, pepper, granulated garlic and onion.
  2. Heat a griddle or grill pan to medium high heat. Sear the patties for 5-6 minutes on one side. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes, or until done to your preference. Take patties out to rest on a plate.
  3. While patties are cooking, smear your aioli onto the slices of rye, and smear butter on the other side of the bread. Top the aioli-side of with cheese slices and caramelized onions.
  4. Using your panini press (or wipe off your griddle/grill pan with a paper towel and using a cast iron skillet on top of the sandwich to press) on a medium-high heat, toast the bread butter-side out, for 2-3 minutes. If using the skillet-method, flip the sandwich with a spatula and press with the cast iron for another 1-2 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bread is browned and toasted.
  5. Slice in half and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Click here for caramelized onions recipe
  • Click here for caramelized onions recipe

Nutrition Information

Calories 734kcal (37%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4sandwiches

Amount Per Serving

Calories 734

% Daily Value*

Calories 734kcal 37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.