Description
Indulge in these classic Patty Melts with a deliciously secret sauce that takes this diner favorite to the next level. Perfectly seasoned beef patties, gooey Swiss cheese, and caramelized onions sandwiched between slices of rye bread, all grilled to perfection. It’s a must-try for any burger lover!
Ingredients
Main Patty Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Patty Melt Ingredients:
- 8 slices rye bread
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
For the secret sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Caramelize the Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and cook the sliced onions until deeply caramelized, about 20–25 minutes. Set aside.
- Prepare the Secret Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together all the secret sauce ingredients until smooth; refrigerate until ready to use.
- Form the Patties: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Shape into 4 thin oval patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread secret sauce on each bread slice. Layer cheese, patty, caramelized onions, more cheese, and top with another bread slice. Butter the outsides of each sandwich.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Return to skillet, cook over medium heat until bread is golden and cheese is melted, about 3–4 minutes per side. Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- Use marble rye or sourdough for a flavor twist.
- The sauce doubles as a great dip for fries or onion rings.
