Description
There’s nothing quite like a Patty Melt with Secret Sauce to satisfy your cravings. Imagine crunchy, buttery bread enveloping juicy ground beef and melted cheese, all topped with a zesty secret sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. This nostalgic dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a lively game night with friends. With each bite, you’ll experience the harmony of flavors that keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices thick-sliced rye or sourdough bread
- 4 slices Swiss or American cheese
- 1 medium sweet onion, sliced
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for grilling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown (about 10 minutes). Set aside.
- Cook the beef: In another pan over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, seasoning with salt and pepper until fully cooked (8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Make the secret sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard until smooth.
- Assemble sandwiches: On one slice of bread, layer cheese, cooked beef, caramelized onions, and drizzle with secret sauce. Top with another slice of cheese and close the sandwich.
- Grill: In a hot skillet, melt remaining butter. Grill each sandwich for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty melt (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg