“I grew up in Iowa and my dad used to take me to get these all the time! I’ve missed them so!”

This classic diner favorite is a delicious and satisfying meal.

Patty Melt Recipe

Ingredients:

IngredientQuantity
Ground Beef2 pounds
Worcestershire Sauce2 tablespoons
Garlic Powder½ teaspoon
Butter½ cup (divided)
Onion1 extra-large sweet onion, peeled and sliced thin
Sandwich Bread12 slices (thick-cut, Texas toast)
American Cheese6 slices
Swiss Cheese6 slices
Yellow Mustard2 tablespoons
Salt & PepperTo taste

Instructions:

  1. Caramelize Onions:
    • Heat 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add the sliced onions and season generously with salt and pepper.
    • Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until the onions are softened and caramelized.
    • Remove from heat.
  2. Prepare Meat:
    • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Mix well and then divide into six equal portions.
    • Shape each portion into a flat oval slightly larger than the bread slices.
  3. Cook Patties:
    • Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat.
    • Cook the patties for 3 minutes per side.
  4. Assemble & Melt:
    • Top each cooked patty with caramelized onions, one slice of American cheese, and one slice of Swiss cheese.
    • Place each patty on a slice of bread spread with mustard.
    • Wipe the griddle clean.
    • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter on the griddle.
    • Place the assembled patty melts on the griddle, top with the remaining bread slices.
    • Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  5. Serve:
    • Cut each patty melt in half and serve immediately.

Enjoy your delicious and melty Patty Melts!

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