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If you’re craving a classic patty melt, this easy homemade version delivers big diner flavor right at home. Made with seasoned beef patties, melty cheese, caramelized onions, and buttery toasted bread, this recipe is simple, comforting, and incredibly satisfying.
Whether you’re cooking for your family or just want a nostalgic comfort food meal, this patty melt is always a hit.
Classic Diner Style Patty Melts
Ingredients
- 4 slices rye bread (or your preferred bread)
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced in half moons
- 2 to 4 slices swiss cheese depending on thickness
- 2 to 4 slices cheddar cheese depending on thickness
- 4 TBSP butter, divided
- 1/8 cup mayonnaise
- 1 TBSP ketchup
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium low heat, melt 2 TBSP butter. Add the onions and a sprinkle of salt.
- Cook, stirring occasionally until caramelized, about 20 minutes. Set aside.
- Shape the ground beef into 2 large oval patties (slightly larger than your bread slices). Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In the same skillet, add a tiny drizzle of oil, and cook the beef patties for about 3-4 minutes per side depending on thickness and desired doneness.
- In a bowl, combine the mayo, ketchup, Worcestershire, garlic powder, and some salt and pepper.
- Spread the sauce on all 4 slices of bread. Place swiss cheese on the bottoms followed by the beef patties, onions, and finally cheddar. Sandwich together.
- Butter both sides and grill until golden and melty, about 3 minutes per side.
