Classic Patty Melt Recipe

Name: Classic Patty Melt Recipe
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 4 cups); 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1.25 pounds ground chuck; .5 teaspoon black pepper; .25 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 3 ounces sharp yellow Cheddar cheese, shredded (about ¾ cup); 8 (¾-inch-thick) sourdough bread slices; 4 Swiss cheese slices; 4 tablespoons butter, divided

Instructions

Cook:30min

Instead of the usual hamburgers, surprise everyone with patty melts for dinner tonight. Sturdy, thick-cut bread such as sourdough can stand up to the meat and gooey cheeses in this classic sandwich.

Updated at: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 21:46:18 GMT