Description
Sizzling patty melts dance with irresistible charm, blending classic American diner comfort with homemade secret sauce magic. Crispy bread, juicy beef, and tangy sauce invite passionate sandwich lovers to savor each mouthwatering bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Caramelizing Ingredients:
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Sandwich and Sauce Ingredients:
- 8 slices of rye or sourdough bread
- 8 slices of Swiss or cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for grilling the sandwiches)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon pickle relish (sweet or dill)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Transform sliced onions into a golden, sweet delicacy by melting butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle with salt and optional sugar, then gently coax the onions to caramelize for 20-25 minutes, stirring periodically to prevent burning. Lower the heat if they darken too quickly. Set the luxurious onions aside.
- Craft savory beef patties by blending ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Divide the seasoned mixture into four thin patties matching the bread’s dimensions. Sear the patties on a hot skillet or griddle for 3-4 minutes per side until reaching desired doneness.
- Whisk together the secret sauce ingredients in a small bowl, tasting and adjusting seasonings to create a harmonious flavor profile. Ensure smooth integration of all components.
- Layer the sandwich foundation by spreading secret sauce on each bread slice. Construct the melt by placing a cheese slice, cooked patty, caramelized onions, and another cheese slice on bread. Crown with the remaining sauce-coated bread slice.
- Butter the sandwich exteriors and grill on a medium-heat skillet. Press gently with a spatula, transforming the bread into a crispy, golden-brown shell while melting the cheese to creamy perfection. Cook 3-4 minutes per side.
- Slice the patty melts diagonally, presenting them hot and inviting. Accompany with additional secret sauce for dipping and consider serving alongside crisp fries or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Bread Selection Matters: Choose sturdy sandwich bread like sourdough or Texas toast for the best texture and ability to hold up to the juicy patties and melted cheese.
- Caramelization Technique: Keep the heat low and slow when cooking onions to develop deep, rich flavor without burning; patience is key to achieving golden-brown perfection.
- Meat Handling Tip: Avoid overworking the ground beef when forming patties to prevent tough, dense burgers; handle the meat gently and create thin, even patties for optimal cooking.
- Sauce Customization: Adjust the secret sauce ingredients to suit your taste preferences, adding more heat with hot sauce or extra tang with a splash of pickle juice for a personalized flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg