If you love a warm, cheesy sandwich, the French Onion Patty Melt is a must-try! This dish brings together melty Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, and juicy beef patties all nestled in buttery rye bread. It’s comfort food at its finest!
Why Make This Recipe
Making a French Onion Patty Melt is perfect for family dinners or weekend gatherings. It’s easy to prepare and offers a delicious combination of flavors that everyone will enjoy. Plus, it’s an excellent way to turn ordinary ingredients into something special!
How to Make French Onion Patty Melt
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 slices rye bread
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
Directions
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Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, sugar, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Prepare the patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
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Cook the patties: In a separate skillet, cook the patties over medium-high heat until they reach your desired level of doneness, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Assemble the patty melts: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Place 4 slices of bread, butter side down, on the skillet or griddle. Top each slice with a slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, another slice of Swiss cheese, and another slice of bread, butter side up.
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Cook the patty melts: Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
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Serve: Serve hot and enjoy your delicious French Onion Patty Melt!
How to Serve French Onion Patty Melt
Serve the French Onion Patty Melt with a side of crispy fries, a simple salad, or a bowl of soup for a complete meal. This sandwich is best enjoyed hot, so dig in while it’s fresh!
How to Store French Onion Patty Melt
If you have leftovers, wrap the sandwiches in foil or keep them in an airtight container in the fridge. They can be stored for up to 2 days.
Tips to Make French Onion Patty Melt
- Take your time caramelizing the onions for the best flavor.
- Use fresh ground beef for juicy patties.
- Experiment with different cheeses, like cheddar or provolone!
Variation
You can make a veggie version by using black bean patties or portobello mushrooms instead of beef. It’s just as tasty!
FAQs
1. Can I use another type of bread?
Yes, you can use any bread you like, such as sourdough or whole wheat.
2. How can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Use gluten-free bread and a gluten-free Worcestershire sauce.
3. Can I freeze the patty melts?
Yes, you can freeze the assembled sandwiches before cooking. Just thaw and cook when ready to enjoy!
French Onion Patty Melt
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 slices rye bread
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, sugar, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 20-25 minutes.
- Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the liquid is mostly absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until just combined. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
- Cook the patties: In a separate skillet, cook the patties over medium-high heat until they reach your desired level of doneness, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the patty melts: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Place 4 slices of bread, butter side down, on the skillet or griddle.
- Top each slice with a slice of Swiss cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, another slice of Swiss cheese, and another slice of bread, butter side up.
- Cook the patty melts: Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Serve hot with fries, salad, or soup. Store leftovers wrapped in foil or an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.