Patty Melts with Secret Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main 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
→ Secret Sauce
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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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In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, and Worcestershire sauce. Set aside.
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In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into thin patties. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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In the same skillet, cook patties over medium-high heat until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. 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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On each bread slice, place 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 assembled sandwiches until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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Remove from the skillet and let rest for a minute before slicing in half. Serve immediately with the secret sauce on the side or drizzled on top.
# Notes:
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For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef. Substitute plant-based patties for vegetarian options. Experiment with different cheeses, like pepper jack, for variety.