Here’s a Patty Melt with Secret Sauce recipe that’s juicy, cheesy, and packed with flavor! 🍔🧀
Ingredients
For the Patty Melts:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for best flavor)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon butter (for cooking patties)
1 large onion (thinly sliced)
2 tablespoons butter (for caramelizing onions)
4 slices Swiss cheese (or American cheese)
4 slices cheddar cheese
8 slices rye bread (or sourdough)
2 tablespoons butter (for grilling sandwiches)
For the Secret Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon sweet relish (or finely chopped pickles)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
1. Prepare the Secret Sauce:
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Instructions
1. Prepare the Secret Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix all the sauce ingredients.
Cover and refrigerate while preparing the rest.
2. Caramelize the Onions:
In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat.
Add sliced onions and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Set aside.
3. Cook the Patties:
In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
Divide into 4 oval-shaped patties (slightly larger than your bread).
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
4. Assemble the Patty Melts:
Spread secret sauce on one side of each bread slice.
On 4 slices, layer cheddar cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, and Swiss cheese.
Top with remaining bread slices (sauce side inside).
5. Grill the Sandwiches:
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Melt 1 tablespoon butter.
Cook each sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing slightly, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
6. Serve & Enjoy!
Slice in half and serve hot with extra secret sauce for dipping.