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Your Quest is Over: The Ultimate Easy Patty Melt with Secret Sauce Recipe | Best Sandwich

Your Quest is Over: The Ultimate Easy Patty Melt with Secret Sauce Recipe | Best Sandwich
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Love burgers and grilled cheese? Why not combine them! This Easy Patty Melt features juicy beef patties, caramelized onions, melted cheeses, and a tangy homemade secret sauce all sandwiched between buttery toasted rye bread. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate comfort-food hybrid that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Secret Sauce:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt mayo for lighter version)

  • 2 tbsp ketchup (or tomato purée + honey)

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or spicy brown mustard)

  • 1 tsp pickle juice (or vinegar + chopped pickle)

  • ¼ tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)

  • ¼ tsp garlic powder (or ½ clove minced garlic)

Sandwich:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter/avocado oil)

  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced (red onions or shallots optional)

  • 12 oz ground beef (85/15) (or turkey/plant-based)

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce)

  • 8 slices rye bread (or sourdough/whole-grain)

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (or ghee/vegan butter)

  • 4 slices Swiss cheese (or Gruyère/provolone)

  • 4 slices cheddar cheese (or pepper jack)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Secret Sauce:
    Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, paprika, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust if needed. Refrigerate ahead for deeper flavor.

  • Caramelize the Onions:
    Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook 12–15 minutes until golden and tender, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water to deglaze if onions stick.

  • Cook the Beef Patties:
    Mix ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Shape into 2 patties. Cook in skillet 3–4 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let rest briefly.

  • Assemble the Sandwiches:
    Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, spread secret sauce. Layer Swiss cheese, beef patty, caramelized onions, and cheddar cheese. Top with another bread slice, buttered side out.

  • Grill to Finish:
    Grill sandwiches in skillet over medium heat 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese melts. Press gently with spatula for even cooking.

  • Serve:
    Let sandwiches rest 30 seconds, slice diagonally, and enjoy warm with gooey cheese and tangy sauce.

Notes

  • Make the secret sauce a day ahead for maximum flavor.

  • Try plant-based patties or spicy cheese blends for a twist.

  • Use a spatula to gently press sandwiches while grilling for a crispy, even crust.

  • Serve with pickles or a side salad for a balanced meal.

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