Patty Melt

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this classic patty melt recipe—a mouthwatering fusion of a juicy beef patty, buttery caramelized onions, and gooey Swiss cheese, all sandwiched between golden, crisp slices of rye bread. Perfectly seasoned ground beef takes center stage, while the sweet, rich flavor of caramelized onions elevates every bite. A quick smear of mayonnaise on the bread before grilling ensures a beautifully crunchy exterior, making each slice irresistibly toasty. Ready in just 35 minutes and ideal for a cozy lunch or dinner, this diner-style favorite is a must-try for sandwich lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 large Yellow or sweet onion
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 4 slices Rye bread
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the caramelized onions. Peel and thinly slice the onion into half-moons.

Step 2

In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

While the onions are cooking, season the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Divide it into two equal portions and shape each portion into a patty slightly larger than the slices of rye bread.

Step 4

In the same skillet used for the onions, increase the heat to medium-high and add the beef patties. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on one side of each slice of rye bread. This will help achieve a crisp golden crust when cooking.

Step 6

Assemble each patty melt by layering one slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, and another slice of Swiss cheese between two slices of rye bread (with the mayonnaise-coated sides facing outward).

Step 7

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet over medium heat. Once melted, place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.

Step 8

Remove the patty melts from the skillet, slice them in half if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(901.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2036.9

Total Fat 135.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 456.1mg	0%
Sodium 3902.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.1g
Protein 121.3g	0%

Vitamin D 9.0IU	0%
Calcium 1257.9mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 1666.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 17.2%