Grilled Cheese Patty Melt
Crispy, melty, and packed with diner-style flavor, this grilled cheese patty melt layers juicy beef, caramelized onions, and gooey cheese between buttery toasted bread. Comfort food perfection for weeknights or cozy weekends.
Equipment
- skillet or griddle For cooking patties and toasting sandwiches
- spatula For flipping and pressing
- Knife and board For slicing after cooking
Ingredients
- 2 hamburger patties (seasoned with salt & pepper)
- 4 slices bread (rye, sourdough, or Texas toast)
- 4 slices cheese (Swiss, American, or provolone)
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 2 tbsp butter or mayo
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional add-ins: bacon, jalapeños, chipotle mayo
Instructions
- Form and season the hamburger patties with salt and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet 3–4 minutes per side until browned and juicy. Set aside and pat dry.
- Spread butter or mayo on the outside of each bread slice. Place 2 slices butter-side down on a preheated skillet.
- Add a slice of cheese on each, followed by the cooked patty, caramelized onions, and another slice of cheese. Top with the remaining bread.
- Cook on medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently and covering briefly to help melt cheese. Flip carefully and cook until golden and crisp.
- Rest for 1 minute, slice, and serve with fries, tomato soup, or a crisp salad.
Notes
Toast the bread lightly before assembling to avoid sogginess, and place cheese under and over the patty for the perfect melt barrier. Customize with bacon, jalapeños, or different cheeses like provolone or pepper jack.
Nutrition
Calories: 690kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 42gFat: 44gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 1080mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 470mgIron: 4mg