Classic Patty Melt
A diner-style sandwich with a seasoned beef patty, caramelized onions, and melted Swiss cheese pressed between rye bread. This comfort food classic is crispy on the outside and rich on the inside.
A crispy rye bread sandwich loaded with beef, Swiss cheese, and sweet caramelized onions.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
patty
filling
bread
Instructions
Caramelize the Onions
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring every few minutes, until deep golden and sweet. Do not rush this step or the onions will burn instead of caramelize.
Form and Season the Patties
Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and press each into a thin oval patty slightly larger than your bread slices. Season both sides generously with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Cook the Patties
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. Do not press down on the patties while cooking.
Assemble the Melts
Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, layer one slice of Swiss cheese, a cooked patty, a generous scoop of caramelized onions, another slice of Swiss cheese, and top with the second bread slice buttered side up.
Press and Grill
Cook assembled sandwiches in the same skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until both sides are deep golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
Substitutions
Common mistakes
I made this!
Cooked this recipe? Share your photo and inspire others.