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Patty Melt

A Patty Melt is a deliciously cheesy way to change up a classic burger with ground beef, caramelized onion, and cheddar cheese layered in grilled rye bread.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 Sandwiches
Calories: 655 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef , (85/15)
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 yellow onion , sliced
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 8 slices rye bread
  • 8 slices cheddar cheese

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl add the beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper and form into 4 equal portions.
  2. Shape into patties and press down on the middle of the patty to make an indentation.
  3. To a large heavy skillet or cast iron pan on medium heat add the butter and sliced onions.
  4. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until translucent and just starting to caramelize.
  5. Remove onions from the pan and raise heat to high.
  6. Add beef patties and cook for 4 minutes on each side.
  7. Remove patties.
  8. Spread bread with mayonnaise on one side.
  9. Place four slices of bread in skillet (working in batches based on the size of your skillet) mayonnaise side down.
  10. Add cheddar to the top of each piece of bread and add patties to the bread pieces.
  11. Top with onions and a second slice of cheddar.
  12. Add the remaining four slices of bread to the top with the mayonnaise facing up, away from the rest of the sandwich.
  13. Cook for 2-3 additional minutes until browned, then flip the sandwich and cook for 4 minutes on the second side, pressing down on the sandwich gently.

Nutrition Information

Calories 655kcal (33%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 40g (62%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Cholesterol 131mg (44%) Sodium 1424mg (59%) Potassium 538mg (15%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 529IU (11%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 318mg (32%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Sandwiches

Amount Per Serving

Calories 655

% Daily Value*

Calories 655kcal 33%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 40g 62%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Cholesterol 131mg 44%
Sodium 1424mg 59%
Potassium 538mg 11%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 529IU 11%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 318mg 32%
Iron 5mg 28%

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