Name: Classic Patty Melt Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 8 slices of rye bread; 8 slices of Swiss cheese; 4 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp mayonnaise; Salt and pepper, to taste

Classic Patty Melt Recipe

Julietta Kirsch Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Classic Patty Melt

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 large onion, thinly sliced
8 slices of rye bread
8 slices of Swiss cheese
4 tbsp butter
2 tbsp mayonnaise
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, and pepper. Shape into 4 patties.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add the sliced onions. Cook until caramelized and golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
Place a patty on the mayonnaise side of 4 bread slices. Top with caramelized onions and 2 slices of Swiss cheese. Cover with remaining bread slices, mayo side down.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt the remaining butter. Place the sandwiches on the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Cut the sandwiches diagonally and serve hot.