Satisfy your comfort food cravings with these classic patty melts—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, layered with gooey cheese and caramelized onions. The secret sauce takes them from delicious to unforgettable.
Patty Melts with Secret Sauce
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 lb |
| Onion, thinly sliced | 1 large |
| Rye bread | 8 slices |
| Swiss cheese | 4 slices |
| Cheddar cheese | 4 slices |
| Butter, for grilling | As needed |
| Salt | To taste |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Mayonnaise | ½ cup |
| Ketchup | 2 tbsp |
| Sweet pickle relish | 1 tbsp |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 tsp |
Directions:
- Start by preparing the secret sauce. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until smooth and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized, about 15–20 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Divide the ground beef into 4 portions and form thin patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Cook the patties in the same skillet over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Place 4 slices, butter-side down, on a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Assemble each patty melt: layer Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese, and top with the remaining bread, butter-side up.
- Grill until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Let the patty melts rest for a minute, then slice in half. Serve immediately with secret sauce on the side or drizzled on top.
Variations & Tips:
Swap beef for ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option, or try different cheeses like pepper jack for a little heat. Vegetarian? Use a plant-based patty. Never skip the secret sauce—it’s the magic that makes these patty melts unforgettable.
