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Classic Patty Melt Recipe

Classic Patty Melt Recipe

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  • Author: Harper
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Saute, Toasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Description

Indulge in the classic flavors of a patty melt with this easy-to-follow recipe. Savory beef patties, gooey Swiss cheese, and caramelized onions sandwiched between buttery, toasted bread make for a satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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Caramelized Onions:

  • 1 sweet yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Beef Patties:

  • 8 ounces 90/10 ground beef
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Assembly:

  • 4 slices sandwich bread
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • Mustard, optional

Instructions

  1. Cook the onions: In a large cast-iron skillet, cook sliced onions in 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat for about 25 minutes until brown. Add apple cider vinegar towards the end.
  2. Cook the patties: Shape seasoned ground beef into thin patties and cook in the skillet for 3 minutes per side.
  3. Butter your bread: Butter the bread slices and assemble sandwiches with cheese, patties, and caramelized onions.
  4. Cook the sandwiches: Toast the assembled sandwiches on both sides until cheese is melted.
  5. Serve: Slice sandwiches and serve warm.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Patty Melt Sandwich
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg