French Onion Patty Melt
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this French Onion Patty Melt. This delightful sandwich features juicy ground beef, sweet caramelized onions, and gooey Swiss cheese, all grilled to golden perfection between crispy slices of rye or sourdough bread. Perfect for cozy dinners or casual lunches, this dish is sure to evoke cherished family memories filled with laughter and warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 2 medium sweet yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 slices rye or sourdough bread
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions by melting 2 tbsp of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While the onions cook, season the ground beef with salt and pepper and form it into four patties.
- In another skillet, melt remaining butter over medium-high heat and sear each patty for about 4 minutes per side. Add Swiss cheese on top during the last minute of cooking.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Assemble sandwiches by placing one slice butter-side down in a skillet, adding a patty with melted cheese, caramelized onions, and topping with another slice of bread.
- Grill each sandwich over medium heat until golden brown on both sides (about 3 minutes per side). Slice diagonally and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix different cheeses such as sharp cheddar or Gouda. - Substitute ground beef with turkey or veggie patties for a lighter option. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.