This patty melt recipe is phenomenal, but is nothing remotely close to a health food. I highly suggest this for an occasional treat or to accompany some beers, peers, and sports. I’ve developed this recipe from a combination of other recipes over time and out of practicality based on what was in my kitchen at the time of experiment. I purposely left out Worcestershire and other burger flavorings to keep it simple and not detract from the Thousand Island-like sauce. Serve with french fries or hash browns.
Ingredients
- 6 slices rye bread
- 6 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon real bacon bits
- 1 teaspoon sweet relish
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 6 slices Cheddar cheese
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Directions
Step 1
Cover 1 side of each bread slice thoroughly and generously with butter; set aside.
Step 2
Mix ground beef, pepper, salt, and onion powder together in a bowl until thoroughly combined, but do not overmix or meat will not have the proper consistency after it is cooked. Form 3 patties to fit the shape of the bread.
Step 3
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip, making sure patties do not break, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and cook until no longer pink in the centers, about 5 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
Step 4
While the burgers are cooking, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, bacon bits, relish, and sugar for sauce in a small bowl. Stir until mayonnaise and ketchup are well binded.
Step 5
Heat another large skillet over medium-low heat. Place 1 slice bread in the skillet, buttered-side down. Top with 2 slices Cheddar cheese, a cooked patty, and 2 slices provolone cheese. Spread a thin layer of sauce on the unbuttered side of a second slice of bread, and place sauce-side down on top of provolone. Repeat to make remaining patty melts, working in batches if necessary.
Step 6
Cook until bread is lightly toasted and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Recipe Tip
Margarine can be used instead of butter, and minced dill pickle or an unsweetened relish will work as a substitute for sweet relish. As a result, adjust the sugar accordingly.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 3 | |
Calories 1242 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat94g | 121% |
Saturated Fat48g | 239% |
Cholesterol260mg | 87% |
Sodium2093mg | 91% |
Total Carbohydrate38g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber4g | 14% |
Total Sugars8g | |
Protein61g | |
Vitamin C2mg | 10% |
Calcium908mg | 70% |
Iron9mg | 49% |
Potassium611mg | 13% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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