Classic Patty Melt Recipe

Classic Patty Melt Recipe

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
35 min

The next time you're stuck on what to make for dinner, try this classic patty melt recipe. It's tasty, easy to make, and sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

  • 6 slices rye bread
  • 6 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon real bacon bits
  • 1 teaspoon sweet relish
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 6 slices cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices Provolone cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    Thoroughly butter one side of each slice of bread. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Combine the ground beef, pepper, salt, and onion powder in a bowl and mix until the spices are evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Shape the mixture into three separate patties to match the shape of the bread.

  4. 4

    Preheat a nonstick skillet on the stove over medium-high heat.

  5. 5

    Place the patties in the skillet and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes. Then, flip them carefully to avoid breaking, and cook them for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.

  6. 6

    Reduce to low heat and cook for approximately 5 more minutes. The centers should be uniformly brown with no pink remaining.

  7. 7

    Use a digital thermometer to check the internal temperature of each patty. Each one should be 160 degrees Fahrenheit (71°C).

  8. 8

    While the patties cook, mix the mayo, ketchup, bacon bits, relish, and sugar in a small bowl. Stir until well-blended, and set aside.

  9. 9

    When the patties are ready, heat a second skillet on medium-low heat, and add one slice of bread (butter-side down) - or as many will fit.

  10. 10

    Top the bread with two slices of cheddar cheese, followed by a patty and two slices of Provolone.

  11. 11

    Spread the sauce over the unbuttered side of the second bread slice. Then, place that piece of bread (sauce-side down) on top of the last slice of cheese.

  12. 12

    Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the bread is lightly toasted.

  13. 13

    Repeat steps 6, 7, and 8 until all three patty melts are ready.

  14. 14

    Then, remove from heat, serve, and enjoy.