Patty Melts with Secret Sauce

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Patty Melts with Secret Sauce are the ultimate diner-inspired comfort food. This sandwich combines juicy, seasoned beef patties with perfectly caramelized onions and melty Swiss and cheddar cheese, all sandwiched between crispy rye bread. The tangy and smoky secret sauce takes this classic melt to the next level, adding a burst of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices rye bread
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (for bread)

Secret Sauce Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon pickle relish
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties, slightly larger than the bread slices.
  2. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, cook the patties over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached. Set aside.
  4. To make the secret sauce, mix all sauce ingredients (mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, garlic powder, smoked paprika) in a small bowl.
  5. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of rye bread. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Place 4 slices of bread, mayonnaise side down, in the skillet.
  6. Add a slice of Swiss cheese, a cooked patty, caramelized onions, and a slice of cheddar cheese to each piece of bread. Top with another slice of bread, mayonnaise side up.
  7. Cook each sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until the bread is golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
  8. Serve hot with the secret sauce on the side or spread inside the sandwich.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 600 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

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