Patty Melt
Patty Melt
Ingredients
Onions
- 2 small yellow onions sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter divided
Beef Patties
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 pound lean ground beef (80/20)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
Sandwich
- 8 slices sourdough bread (or rye bread)
- 2 tablespoon butter (or as needed)
- 6 ounces Swiss cheese (or cheddar, sliced)
- ¼ cup thousand island dressing (or burger sauce, optional)
- whole grain dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium skillet, combine sliced onions and 2 tablespoons of butter. Cook over low heat until onions are golden, about 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
25 min - 2
Meanwhile, combine beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt & pepper. Form the beef mixture into four thin patties shaped similar to the bread.
- 3
In a cast iron skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or to desired doneness. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
4 min - 4
Top each slice of bread with the dressing and mustard if using. Add a slice of cheese, onions, and beef patty. Top with the remaining slice of bread.
- 5
In a clean skillet or on an electric griddle, melt 2 tableespoons of butter. Add the patty melts and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown.
4 min - 6
With a spatula, flip each sandwich over and grill on the other side, adding more butter as needed, until the cheese ismelted and the bread is lightly toasted.
Nutrition
Per serving (based on 4 servings)

