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French Onion Patty Melt

French Onion Patty Melt

Indulge in a French Onion Patty Melt, where caramelized onions meet savory beef and melted Swiss cheese in a gourmet sandwich.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onions
  • 2 medium onions the stars of this dish, caramelizing to create a sweet, rich flavor
  • 2 tablespoons butter adds a creamy texture and helps achieve golden color
For the Patty Melt
  • 4 slices rye bread offers a hearty base with a slight tang
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese melts beautifully, enveloping the flavors
  • 1 pound ground beef choose higher fat content for juicier patties
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for enhancing flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper adds warmth and depth

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

How to Make French Onion Patty Melt
  1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and stir them gently, cooking until soft and golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, forming it into two evenly-sized patties.
  3. Cook the patties in a separate skillet over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes per side until a nice brown crust forms.
  4. Add a slice of Swiss cheese to each patty during the final minute of cooking to melt.
  5. Assemble your sandwich by placing a cheesy patty on one slice of rye bread, topping with caramelized onions, and finishing with another slice of bread.
  6. Grill the sandwich in the skillet over medium heat, pressing gently, until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is melting out, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or adjust the seasoning to suit your taste. Best enjoyed fresh after making.

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