Jul 14 2026

Patty Melt* Recipe

Time30m
Serves1

Slow cooked HALF POUND ground sirloin, charbroiled to perfection and topped with melted Swiss cheese and sauteed onions. Served on grilled marble rye.

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Ingredients

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Beef Patty

Toppings

Bread

Method

Beef Patty Preparation

  1. 1

    Form the Patty

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground sirloin with salt and black pepper. Gently mix to combine and form into a ½ pound patty.

  2. 2

    Cook the Patty

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patty for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness.

Onion and Cheese Preparation

  1. 3

    Sauté the Onion

    While the patty is cooking, slice the medium onion into thin rings. In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they become soft and caramelized.

  2. 4

    Melt the Cheese

    Once the patty is cooked, place the slices of Swiss cheese on top of the patty. Cover the skillet or grill for about 1-2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt.

Grilling the Bread

  1. 5

    Prepare the Bread

    In the same skillet used for the onions, add the remaining tablespoon of butter. Place the two slices of marble rye bread in the skillet and grill until golden brown on one side.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Patty Melt

    Once the bread is golden brown, flip the slices and place the cheese-topped patty on one slice of bread. Top with the sautéed onions and then cover with the other slice of grilled bread.

  3. 7

    Finish Grilling

    Press down gently with a spatula, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on each side until the bread is crispy and the cheese is fully melted.

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