Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe Special RestaurantPatty Melt Recipe

Patty Melt Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Our delicious burger with melted American & Swiss cheese, grilled onions on toasted marble bread.

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Cheese and Onion

Bread

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Onions

    In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the thinly sliced onion and sauté until they are soft and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    While the onions are cooking, divide the ground beef into two equal portions and form each portion into a patty. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Patties

    In the same skillet used for the onions, add another tablespoon of butter and increase the heat to medium-high. Once the butter is melted and bubbling, add the beef patties. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until browned. Flip the patties and top each with a slice of American cheese and a slice of Swiss cheese. Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.

  2. 4

    Toast the Bread

    While the patties are cooking, in a separate pan or on a griddle, toast the marble rye bread slices in butter until golden brown on both sides.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Assemble the Patty Melt

    Once the patties are cooked and the cheese is melted, place each patty on one slice of toasted marble rye bread, top with the caramelized onions, and cover with another slice of toasted bread. Press down lightly.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Cut the patty melt in half, if desired, and serve immediately while hot with your favorite sides.

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