Patty Melt Recipe
seasoned smash patties, American cheese, caramelized onion, thousand island, sourdough
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Ingredients
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Patty Ingredients
Caramelized Onion Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Assembly Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Patties
- 1
Mix the Beef
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix gently until just combined.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- 3
Smash the Patties
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and smash them down with a spatula to create a crust. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side.
Caramelize the Onions
- 4
Slice the Onion
While the patties are cooking, slice the large onion thinly.
- 5
Assemble the Patty Melt
- 6
Add Cheese
Once the patties are browned on one side, flip them and place a slice of American cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts.
- 7
Prepare the Bread
While the cheese is melting, spread butter on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
- 8
Build the Sandwich
On the non-buttered side of two slices of sourdough, spread a generous amount of Thousand Island dressing. Place a cheesy patty on each, followed by a scoop of caramelized onions. Top with the other slices of bread, buttered side out.
- 9
Grill the Sandwich
Grill the sandwich on medium heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Serve
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove the patty melts from the skillet, slice them in half, and serve hot with additional Thousand Island dressing on the side, if desired.