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Classic Patty Melt Recipe

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This Classic Patty Melt recipe combines juicy ground beef patties seasoned with simple spices, melted cheddar and provolone cheeses, and a tangy homemade sauce, all sandwiched between buttery rye bread. Cooked on the stovetop to golden perfection, this hearty sandwich is a nostalgic and satisfying comfort food favorite perfect for any meal.

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. Set aside for assembling the sandwiches later.
  2. Prepare the Beef Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with ground black pepper, sea salt, and onion powder. Mix until spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
  3. Form Patties: Shape the spiced ground beef into three patties, each sized to match the shape of the rye bread slices for perfect sandwich assembly.
  4. Preheat Skillet: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat in preparation for cooking the patties.
  5. Cook Patties First Side: Place patties in the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes to sear the meat.
  6. Flip and Cook Second Side: Carefully flip the patties to avoid breaking and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Finish Cooking on Low Heat: Reduce heat to low and continue cooking for 5 minutes to cook patties through with no pink remaining in the center.
  8. Check Internal Temperature: Use a digital thermometer to ensure each patty reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
  9. Make the Sauce: While patties cook, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, bacon bits, sweet relish, and sugar in a small bowl until well blended. Set aside.
  10. Assemble Patty Melts (First Side): Heat a second skillet over medium-low heat. Place one slice of buttered bread butter-side down in the skillet.
  11. Add Cheese and Patty: Layer two slices of cheddar cheese on the bread, place one cooked patty on top, followed by two slices of provolone cheese.
  12. Top with Sauce and Bread: Spread the prepared sauce on the unbuttered side of a second slice of bread, then place sauce-side down on top of the provolone cheese.
  13. Grill Patty Melt: Cook the sandwich for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the bread is lightly toasted and the cheese has melted.
  14. Repeat for Remaining Sandwiches: Repeat the cooking and assembly process for the other two patty melts.
  15. Serve and Enjoy: Remove the patty melts from the skillet, slice if desired, serve warm, and enjoy this classic comfort food treat.

Notes

  • Make sure to use softened butter for easy spreading on the bread slices.
  • Using a digital thermometer ensures the beef patties are cooked safely to 160°F (71°C).
  • The sauce can be customized by adjusting relish or bacon bits to taste.
  • If rye bread is unavailable, a sturdy sandwich bread like sourdough can be substituted.
  • For a crispier crust, use a griddle or press sandwich with a spatula while cooking.

Keywords: patty melt, classic patty melt, beef sandwich, rye bread sandwich, stovetop sandwich, melted cheese sandwich, comfort food

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