Patty Melt Recipe
:: 1/3 lb. Beef Patty :: Swiss Cheese :: American Cheese :: Bacon :: Sauteed Onions :: Fries ::
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Ingredients
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Patty and Toppings
Bread
Condiments and Seasoning
Fries
Method
Prepare the Fries
- 1
Cook the Fries
Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the frozen french fries package. Spread the fries evenly on a baking sheet and bake for the recommended time until golden and crispy.
Cook the Patty and Toppings
- 2
Form the Patty
Shape the ground beef into a patty approximately 1/3 lb in weight. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Cook the Patty
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the patty for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
- 4
- 5
Sauté the Onions
In the leftover bacon fat, add sliced medium onion and sauté over medium heat until caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- 6
Melt the Cheese
Place the Swiss and American cheese slices on top of the patty during the last minute of cooking. Cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt.
Assemble the Patty Melt
- 7
Butter the Bread
Spread butter on one side of each slice of rye bread.
- 8
- 9
Cook the Patty Melt
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
Serve
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the patty melt hot with a side of crispy fries.
