Delicious Patty Melts
Patty melts are a classic comfort food that combines juicy beef, gooey cheese, and sweet caramelized onions on crispy toasted bread. Perfect for any meal or gathering!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices thick sliced bread (sourdough or rye)
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather ingredients: Thinly slice the onion and form ground beef into four evenly sized patties. Season with salt and pepper.
- Caramelize the onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add onions and cook until golden brown (about 15 minutes).
- Cook the patties: In another skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned patties for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Melt the cheese: Place a slice of cheddar on each patty just before removing from heat, covering briefly to melt.
- Toast the bread: Butter one side of each bread slice and toast in a clean skillet until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Assemble: Stack each cheeseburger patty on a slice of toasted bread, top with caramelized onions, and finish with another slice of toast.
Notes
- Customize your patty melts by using different cheeses like Swiss or pepper jack for added flavor.
- For a healthier option, substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based meat alternatives.
- To prevent soggy bread, ensure it is well-toasted before adding the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty melt (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg