Patty Melts with Secret Sauce: The Ultimate Comfort Sandwich
When it comes to classic diner-style comfort food, few sandwiches hit the spot like a Patty Melt. Juicy, seasoned burger patties, melted cheese, and caramelized onions, all grilled to golden perfection on buttery rye bread—it’s the perfect marriage of a burger and a grilled cheese. But the real game-changer? A rich, tangy secret sauce that takes this sandwich from delicious to unforgettable.
Whether you’re craving a nostalgic meal or want to impress friends with an elevated twist on a classic, these Patty Melts with Secret Sauce are sure to satisfy your hunger and your taste buds.
🍔 What Makes a Patty Melt So Special?
Unlike a regular burger or grilled cheese, a Patty Melt combines the best of both worlds: hearty ground beef, sharp melted cheese, sweet caramelized onions, and that irresistible crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside rye bread. The addition of a homemade secret sauce adds a creamy, tangy layer that perfectly complements all the savory flavors.
📝 Ingredients
For the Patty Melts:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 slices rye bread
1 cup shredded Swiss or cheddar cheese
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons butter
Optional: pickles or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor
For the Secret Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon pickle relish or finely chopped pickles
Pinch of garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
👨🍳 How to Make Patty Melts with Secret Sauce
1. Prepare the Secret Sauce
Mix all secret sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Caramelize the Onions
In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring often, until they become golden brown and sweet, about 20-25 minutes. Set aside.
3. Form and Cook Patties
Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and form into thin patties slightly larger than your bread slices. Season with salt and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet over medium-high heat, about 3-4 minutes per side, until desired doneness.
4. Assemble the Sandwiches
Spread secret sauce on one side of each bread slice. Layer cheese, cooked patty, caramelized onions, and more cheese if you like. Top with the second slice of bread, sauce side down.
5. Grill the Patty Melts
Butter the outside of each sandwich. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3-5 minutes per side until bread is toasted golden brown and cheese is melted.
6. Serve
Slice the Patty Melts in half and serve immediately with extra secret sauce on the side for dipping.
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