Ingredients:
For the Secret Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Patty Melts:
1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 large onion, thinly sliced
8 slices of rye bread
Butter, softened
8 slices of Swiss cheese
Secret sauce (from above)
Instructions:
1. Make the Secret Sauce:
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Patty Melts:
Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties. Season both sides of the patties with salt and pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add a little oil if needed and cook the sliced onions until they are caramelized and golden brown, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Butter one side of each slice of rye bread.
Assemble the sandwiches by placing a slice of Swiss cheese on the unbuttered side of 4 slices of rye bread. Top each with a cooked beef patty, caramelized onions, and a dollop of secret sauce. Then add another slice of Swiss cheese and finally top with the remaining slices of rye bread, buttered side facing out.
3. Cook the Patty Melts:
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwiches on the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Once cooked, remove the patty melts from the skillet and let them rest for a minute before serving.
4. Serve:
Slice the patty melts in half and serve hot with extra secret sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
These Patty Melts with Secret Sauce are sure to be a hit at your next meal!
