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Classic Patty Melt Recipe

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This classic patty melt recipe offers a deliciously satisfying blend of seasoned ground beef patties, melted cheddar and provolone cheeses, and a tangy homemade sauce, all grilled between perfectly buttered rye bread slices. It’s an easy stovetop recipe that promises a crispy exterior and juicy interior, making it a fantastic choice for a comforting dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Bread and Butter

  • 6 slices rye bread
  • 6 tablespoons butter, softened

Beef Patties

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon onion powder

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon real bacon bits
  • 1 teaspoon sweet relish
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Cheese

  • 6 slices cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices Provolone cheese

Instructions

  1. Butter the bread: Thoroughly butter one side of each slice of rye bread and set aside for later use.
  2. Prepare the beef mixture: In a bowl, combine ground beef with ground black pepper, sea salt, and onion powder. Mix well until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
  3. Shape the patties: Form the seasoned beef into three equal-sized patties that approximately match the size and shape of your bread slices.
  4. Preheat the skillet: Place a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop and let it heat up properly before cooking.
  5. Cook the patties: Place the beef patties in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on the first side. Carefully flip them to avoid breaking and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
  6. Finish cooking on low heat: Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking the patties for approximately 5 more minutes, ensuring they are cooked through with no pink inside.
  7. Check internal temperature: Use a digital thermometer to check each patty’s internal temperature, which should reach 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
  8. Make the sauce: While the patties cook, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, bacon bits, sweet relish, and white sugar in a small bowl. Stir well until well blended and set aside.
  9. Assemble the patty melts: Heat a second skillet over medium-low heat. Place one buttered slice of rye bread butter-side down onto the skillet.
  10. Add cheese and patty: Layer two slices of cheddar cheese on the bread, top with one cooked beef patty, followed by two slices of provolone cheese.
  11. Top with sauce and bread: Spread the prepared sauce evenly over the unbuttered side of a second slice of bread. Place this slice sauce-side down on top of the last cheese layer to form a sandwich.
  12. Grill the sandwich: Cook the patty melt for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is lightly toasted and the cheese has melted.
  13. Repeat assembly: Repeat steps 9 through 12 for the remaining patties and bread slices until all three patty melts are ready.
  14. Serve and enjoy: Remove the patty melts from heat, slice if desired, and serve immediately while warm and melty.

Notes

  • Use a digital meat thermometer to ensure patties reach a safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
  • Butter one side of the rye bread thoroughly for a crispy, golden crust during grilling.
  • Cooking on medium-low heat after the initial sear helps the patties cook evenly without burning the bread.
  • The sauce can be customized—feel free to adjust the bacon bits, relish, or sugar to suit your taste.
  • If rye bread is unavailable, sourdough or white sandwich bread can be substituted, though the flavor will vary.
  • For extra crispiness, press the sandwich gently with a spatula while grilling.

Keywords: patty melt, classic sandwich, ground beef sandwich, grilled sandwich, rye bread sandwich, cheesy patty melt

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