Patty Melts Secret Sauce Sandwich (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef
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1 large onion, thinly sliced
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8 slices rye bread
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4 slices Swiss cheese
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4 slices cheddar cheese
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Butter, for grilling
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
# Instructions:
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Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
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Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions, shaping each into thin patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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In the same skillet, cook patties over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side, until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Place 4 slices, butter-side down, on a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat.
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Top each bread slice with a slice of Swiss cheese, a cooked patty, caramelized onions, a slice of cheddar cheese, and another slice of bread, butter-side up.
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Cook sandwiches until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Remove from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, and slice in half. Serve immediately with the secret sauce on the side or drizzled over the top.
# Notes:
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Switch cheeses for variety, such as using pepper jack for a spicy kick.
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Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter alternative.
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For a vegetarian option, substitute with a plant-based patty.
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The secret sauce enhances the flavor—don’t skip it.