The+Ultimate+Patty

Absolutely! Here’s a recipe for The Ultimate Patty Melt, a delicious twist on the classic burger, combining juicy beef patties with melted cheese, caramelized onions, and hearty rye bread.

🥩 Ultimate Patty Melt Recipe

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

🍔 Ingredients:

• 1½ pounds (680g) 80/20 ground beef

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced

• 2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced

• 8 slices multigrain rye bread

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup wild arugula

• Chipotle mayo or your favorite burger sauce

• Pickles, for serving

🔪 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Patties:

   • Form the ground beef into 4 equal square-shaped patties, slightly larger than the bread slices to account for shrinkage during cooking. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Cook the Patties:

   • Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook until a browned crust forms, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Adjust the cooking time to your preferred doneness.

3. Caramelize the Onions and Mushrooms:

   • In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

4. Assemble the Patty Melts:

   • Butter one side of each bread slice. Place the unbuttered side down on a clean surface. On four slices, layer the cooked patties, caramelized onions and mushrooms, shredded cheddar cheese, and a handful of arugula. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.

5. Grill the Sandwiches:

   • Clean the skillet and heat it over medium heat. Grill each sandwich until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure even grilling.

6. Serve:

   • Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for a minute before slicing. Serve with pickles on the side.