Copycat Steak 'N Shake Frisco Melt Recipe

Copycat Steak 'N Shake Frisco Melt Recipe

It's easy to make your own Steak n' Shake Frisco Melt, but some of the ingredients might surprise you.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup thousand island dressing
  • ¼ cup French dressing
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • Two splashes of Worcestershire

    about ⅛ of a teaspoon

  • 9.5 ounces ground round
  • 4 ounces ground sirloin
  • 2 ounces ground T-bone steak
  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 4 slices sourdough bread
  • 2 slices American cheese
  • 2 slices Swiss cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine dressings, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce in a medium bowl. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Mix the meats together by hand and refrigerate for 10-30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Create four, approximately 3-ounce patties, formed into a hockey puck shape.

  4. 4

    Spread margarine on two pieces of sourdough bread.

  5. 5

    Place two pieces of sourdough bread margarine side down on a 325 degree Fahrenheit surface (4 on your stove top).

  6. 6

    Place a slice of Swiss cheese on one piece of bread in the pan.

  7. 7

    Cook two meat patties on a 375 degree Fahrenheit flat top or pan (6 on your stove top). Gently press the top of each, cook for 30 seconds, flip and press with a solid spatula, Cook for 1-2 minutes then flip again.

  8. 8

    Stack a cooked burger on top of each piece of melted Swiss, followed by a piece of American cheese and the second patty.

  9. 9

    Move everything to a plate, top burger stack with plain toasted bread with lots of Frisco sauce.

  10. 10

    Top with sauced-bread, cut at an angle, end enjoy!

Copycat Steak 'N Shake Frisco Melt Recipe

Copycat Steak 'N Shake Frisco Melt Recipe

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55 minutes

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About this Recipe

Dreaming of that iconic diner experience right in your kitchen? This copycat Steak 'N Shake Frisco Melt recipe brings the unmistakable flavor and satisfying texture home, letting you create a beloved classic without the drive-thru.

The magic of this Frisco Melt truly lies in its unique components. Unlike typical diner burgers, this recipe calls for a specific, premium blend of ground round, ground sirloin, and ground T-bone steak for the patties, yielding an unparalleled depth of beefy flavor and texture. The tangy "Frisco Sauce," a carefully balanced mix of Thousand Island dressing, French dressing, and ketchup with a splash of Worcestershire, perfectly complements the rich beef and melty cheeses.

Prepare for a symphony of textures and tastes: perfectly seared, savory beef patties are nestled between two kinds of delightfully melty cheese—classic American and Swiss—all hugged by crisp, buttery sourdough bread. Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of meaty richness, creamy tanginess, and a satisfying crunch. It's a remarkably comforting and flavorful sandwich that captures the essence of its restaurant inspiration.

While the specific blend of meats is key to authentic flavor, you can adjust the ground beef ratio based on what's available. If you don't have all three cuts, a combination of two quality ground beef types will still yield a delicious result. Similarly, if Swiss isn't your preference, provolone could be a substitute, though the American and Swiss combination is central to the original. The distinctive sauce can easily be mixed ahead of time, ready to assemble when you are.

This Frisco Melt makes for a fantastic quick lunch or a satisfying weeknight dinner that truly feels like a special treat. Serve it as the star of the meal.

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