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Patty Melts: Grilled Comfort for Any Occasion
Youssef Hb

Patty Melts: Grilled Comfort for Any Occasion

A warm, crispy grilled sandwich with smoky beef, caramelized onions, and gooey Swiss and cheddar cheeses on golden rye bread. Quick, family-friendly, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

  • Ground beef 1 pound
  • Onion 1 large, thinly sliced
  • Rye bread 8 slices
  • Swiss cheese 4 slices
  • Cheddar cheese 4 slices
  • Butter 4 tablespoons
  • Salt 1 teaspoon
  • Pepper 1 teaspoon
  • Mayonnaise 1/2 cup
  • Ketchup 2 tablespoons
  • Sweet pickle relish 2 tablespoons
  • Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add ground beef. Brown in batches, avoiding steam, about 5–7 minutes per batch
  2. Add sliced onions to the skillet with the beef. Cook until onions caramelize, 8–10 minutes
  3. Lay 2 slices of rye bread on a plate. Top each with 1 Swiss and 1 cheddar cheese slice. Spoon beef mixture over cheese
  4. Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl
  5. Butter 1 side of each bread slice. Place sandwiches butter-side down in the skillet. Add 2–3 tablespoons of the sauce to each sandwich
  6. Cook over medium heat until bread is toasted and cheese is melted, 2–3 minutes per side
  7. Repeat with remaining ingredients

Notes

Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a keto-friendly option
Swap sweet chili sauce for ketchup if preferred
Ensure lactose-free cheese if needed
Drain excess fat after browning beef to prevent sogginess
The recipe avoids alcohol by using non-animal Worcestershire sauce