How to Make Patty Melts - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things in life as satisfying as biting into a perfectly cooked patty melt. This delicious sandwich combines all the best elements of a classic hamburger with the comforting warmth of a grilled cheese. It's a comfort food favorite that's easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a new twist on a classic meal or just craving some good old-fashioned American diner fare, patty melts are sure to hit the spot.

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Ingredients

  • 8 medium slices sweet onion (such as Vidalia®)
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 pound extra-lean ground beef
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 serving cooking spray
  • 8 (1 ounce) slices rye bread
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon-mayonnaise blend (such as Hellman's® Dijonnaise™)
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Jarlsberg cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 patty melts

  • Arrange onion slices on a plate and drizzle vinegar over top. Divide beef into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch thick patty. Season patties with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a large grill pan over medium heat. Coat the pan with cooking spray and add onion. Cover and cook for 6 minutes, flipping halfway. Remove from pan, cover, and keep warm.
  • Heat the grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat with more cooking spray and add patties. Cook until no longer pink in the centers, about 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Remove patties to a plate, drain and discard any grease, and wipe the pan clean with a paper towel.
  • Spread Dijon-mayonnaise blend evenly over all bread slices. Layer 4 of the slices with 2 tablespoons Jarlsberg cheese, 1 beef patty, 2 onion slices, and 2 tablespoons Jarlsberg. Place remaining bread slices mustard-side down on top of the sandwiches.
  • Heat the grill pan over medium heat and coat with cooking spray. Add sandwiches to the pan and place a cast iron or other heavy skillet on top, pressing gently to flatten sandwiches. Cook until bread is toasted, about 3 minutes per side, leaving the skillet on top as they cook.
  • Nutrition

    514 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 683mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 269mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 460mg