Patty melts are a quintessential American comfort food that combines the best elements of a burger and a grilled cheese sandwich. This beloved diner classic features a juicy beef patty, melty cheese, and caramelized grilled onions, all sandwiched between two slices of buttery, toasted bread. What truly sets this recipe apart is the homemade secret sauce that elevates the entire experience with a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 slices of cheese (American, Swiss, or Cheddar)
1 large onion, sliced
4 slices of bread (rye or sourdough)
Butter for spreading on bread
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon pickle relish
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth, then set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and shape into four patties.
Heat a skillet over medium-low heat and sauté sliced onions for about 15-20 minutes until caramelized. Set aside.
Increase heat to medium-high and cook the beef patties for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip, adding cheese on top. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cheese melts.
Spread butter on each slice of bread. Layer grilled onions on top of the melted cheese, then assemble the sandwich and press down gently.
