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Patty Melts with Secret Sauce: A Culinary Delight

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Patty melts are a comforting combination of a juicy beef patty, melted cheeses, caramelized onions, and a tangy secret sauce, all grilled between slices of hearty rye bread.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 6 slices rye bread
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 slices cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices provolone cheese
  • 6 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp. ketchup
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 1 tsp. relish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Secret Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sugar, and relish. Mix until well incorporated. Set aside.
  2. Cook the Patties: Shape the ground beef into 3 patties, slightly larger than your bread slices. Season with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Assemble the Sandwiches: Butter one side of each bread slice. Place three slices buttered-side down in the skillet. Layer each with a slice of provolone cheese, a beef patty, a slice of cheddar cheese, and a generous amount of secret sauce. Top with another slice of bread, buttered-side up.
  4. Grill the Sandwiches: Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and let rest for a minute before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier secret sauce, add a teaspoon of sriracha or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Ground turkey can be used as a leaner alternative to beef.
  • Caramelizing the onions adds sweetness, but sautéing them until soft works too.
  • The secret sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • For a different texture, try using sourdough or Texas toast instead of rye bread.

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