Ultimate Patty Melt with Secret Sauce
This Ultimate Patty Melt with Secret Sauce is the perfect fusion of a burger and a grilled cheese sandwich. Juicy ground beef patties, caramelized onions, and melted Swiss cheese are layered between buttery rye bread for a crispy, golden crust. The tangy, creamy secret sauce takes the flavor to the next level, making every bite irresistible. It’s a comforting, homemade classic that’s easy to make and perfect for lunch or dinner. Serve it with fries or a salad for a satisfying meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
8 slices of rye bread
8 slices of Swiss cheese
1 large onion, thinly sliced
4 tbsp butter, plus more for spreading
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Secret Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp relish
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Secret Sauce: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Adjust with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
2. Caramelize the Onions: Melt 1 tbsp of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and caramelized (10-15 minutes). Transfer to a plate.
3. Cook the Patties: Shape the ground beef into 4 equal-sized patties, slightly larger than the bread slices. Season with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, cook the patties for 4 minutes per side (medium doneness) or to your preference. Remove and set aside.
4. Assemble the Patty Melts:
Butter one side of each rye bread slice.
On the unbuttered side, spread the secret sauce generously.
Layer with a slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, another slice of Swiss cheese, and top with another bread slice (buttered side up).
5. Grill to Perfection: In a clean skillet over medium heat, cook each sandwich until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted (3-4 minutes per side).
Recipe Notes:
Serve your Ultimate Patty Melt with crispy fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Customize your patties by adding spices or mixing in grated onions for extra flavor.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Calories: 650 kcal
Servings: 4
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