Patty Melts with Secret Sauce
Patty Melts with Secret Sauce brings together savory beef patties, caramelized onions, melted cheese, and a tangy sauce between crispy bread for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Patties
- 1 lb Ground beef Use 80% lean for optimal flavor.
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
For the Caramelized Onions
- 2 medium Yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter For sautéing.
- 1 tsp Olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 pinch Salt
For the Secret Sauce
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Ketchup
- 1 tbsp Yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp Finely diced pickles Or relish.
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
For Assembly
- 8 slices Rye bread (or sourdough) Choose your favorite.
- 8 slices Swiss cheese (or cheddar) For variation.
- 2 tbsp Softened butter For spreading on the bread.
Instructions
Preparing the Caramelized Onions
- In a skillet, gently melt the unsalted butter with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt, stirring often.
- Cook for about 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
Making the Patties
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently and divide into four thin patties.
- Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
Creating the Secret Sauce
- In a bowl, stir together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickles, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until smooth.
Assembling the Patty Melts
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side, place a slice of cheese, then a beef patty, caramelized onions, a spoonful of secret sauce, another slice of cheese, and top with another slice of bread.
- Heat the skillet or griddle over medium heat and grill each sandwich for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Notes
For a lighter version, use low-fat ground beef. Customize with fresh herbs or different types of cheese. Leftover sandwiches can be stored in the fridge for up to three days.