Description
Irresistible patty melts dance with classic American comfort, bringing melted cheese and caramelized onions between perfectly toasted rye bread. Secret sauce elevates this sandwich, promising you a delicious journey through nostalgic flavors and homestyle delights.
Ingredients
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Meat and Protein:
- No specific meat ingredient mentioned in the original content
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) ketchup
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
Seasonings:
- No additional seasonings mentioned
Instructions
- Craft a tangy secret sauce by whisking mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a small bowl. Set aside for later use.
- Caramelize onions in vegetable oil over medium heat, stirring periodically until rich golden brown, approximately 15-20 minutes. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Shape ground beef into four uniform patties, generously seasoning both surfaces with salt and pepper.
- Sear patties in a hot skillet over medium-high heat, cooking 4-5 minutes per side until desired internal temperature is reached.
- Butter one side of each bread slice, positioning buttered sides downward on a clean workspace.
- Spread secret sauce across bread surfaces, layering Swiss cheese, cooked beef patties, caramelized onions, and additional cheese.
- Top with remaining bread slices, ensuring buttered sides face outward.
- Grill assembled sandwiches in a preheated skillet over medium heat, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until bread turns crispy golden and cheese melts completely.
- Allow sandwiches to rest briefly before slicing diagonally. Serve immediately with pickles and extra secret sauce on the side.
Notes
- Keep meat cold while forming patties to prevent breaking and ensure better texture.
- Use cast iron skillet for deeper caramelization and enhanced flavor profile.
- Choose high-fat ground beef (80/20 blend) for juicier, more flavorful patties.
- Gently press patties with thumb in center to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Allow caramelized onions to develop deep golden-brown color slowly without burning.
- Spread butter evenly on bread’s exterior for consistent golden-crispy grilling results.
- Low and slow cooking method helps melt cheese thoroughly without burning bread.
- Rest patty melts briefly after cooking to let cheese set and flavors meld together.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or provolone for unique twists.
- Consider gluten-free bread options for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27-33 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 213 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 441 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.4 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg