Quick and Delicious Cheesy Burger Patties Cooked in 30 Minutes
In the culinary world of comfort food, George Motz's Cheesy Patty Melt stands out as a classic favourite. This delicious sandwich is a must-try for any food enthusiast.
Ingredients:
- Four slices of 3/4 inch thick rye bread
- One large yellow onion, thinly sliced (or Sweet Vidalia onions)
- One tablespoon of vegetable oil
- Two tablespoons of unsalted butter
- Four slices of Swiss cheese (or substitute with Gruyère, provolone, sharp cheddar, or pepper jack)
- An 80/20 ground beef blend
- 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
- A dash of Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions:
- Begin by caramelising the onions. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions, season with salt and pepper, and stir frequently. If the onions start drying out, add a teaspoon of water to deglaze the pan.
- As the onions caramelise, prepare the beef patties. Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce if desired. Form four equal-sized patties.
- To make Cheesy Patty Melts extra crispy, butter both sides of the bread and toast them in the pan before assembling, then toast again after building the sandwich.
- Once the onions are caramelised and the bread is toasted, it's time to assemble. Place a beef patty on each slice of toasted bread, top with a layer of caramelised onions, and then a slice of cheese.
- Top with another slice of toasted bread and repeat the process for the remaining sandwiches.
- Heat a pan over medium-low heat, place the sandwiches in the pan, and toast until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve your Cheesy Patty Melts with a big crunchy dill pickle spear, salt-and-vinegar chips, creamy tomato soup, or crispy tater tots dipped in ranch.
Cooking Ahead:
You can make Cheesy Patty Melts ahead for a crowd by cooking the patties and onions in advance, then refrigerating them separately. When ready to serve, just assemble and toast.
Storing Cheesy Patty Melts:
Let the Cheesy Patty Melts cool completely, wrap tightly in foil, and refrigerate for up to 2 days. To reheat, toast them in a dry skillet over medium-low until the cheese gets gooey again.
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