What makes a perfect breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snack, that’s also easy to make, delicious, and filling? A sandwich, of course! These patty melts are absolutely to die for. The secret sauce deserves a separate mention, as it makes this dish all the more special. Together, the two create a wonderful and unforgettable flavor.
If you’re on a diet, this recipe can only qualify for a cheat day! When you want to let loose and have a hefty meal, don’t hold back! Serve these patty melts with some hash browns or French fries and condiments of your choice. Add a beer or cider to that combination, and it’s a perfect treat!
How to make Patty Melts With Secret Sauce?
Mix mustard, mayonnaise, BBQ sauce, and hot sauce in a small bowl.
Combine ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Shape the contents of the large bowl into 6 even patties.
Melt butter in a medium cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
Add onion to the skillet and cook until the onion is soft and golden brown, for around 35 minutes.
Cook the patties in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for approximately 2 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
Set the patties aside, remove the skillet form the heat, and wipe it out.
On top of a bread slice, spread your secret sauce, caramelized onions, cheese, patty, and more secret sauce.
Add another bread slice on top.
Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the sandwich. Give each side approximately 3 minutes to turn golden brown. Add more butter to the skillet if needed.
Can I replace the butter in this recipe?
Yes, you can replace the butter with margarine. We don’t recommend you use oil, as that would alter the taste. However, if you prefer the taste of oil over butter, you can put your own spin on it!
Is a patty melt the same as a cheeseburger?
Almost! Both sandwiches use ground beef and cheese. A patty melt it different because it is served on bread. Cheeseburgers use soft buns in place of bread.
How bad for you are patty melts?
Pretty bad. You can try to make the recipe a little bit healthier by replacing ground beef with ground turkey, opting for low-calorie cheese, or using wholewheat bread. None of that will really make a difference. Just enjoy your treat and make sure to not eat it every day of the week!