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Patty Melts

June 6, 2013 by Nancy Lopez-McHugh

Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

Today’s recipe is the final installment in my sourdough rye bread series. These patty melt burgers, or sandwiches if you prefer, are the sole purpose of why I baked the New York Deli onion rye bread.

Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

Hubby and I have had our fair share of patty melts and these are among the very best we’ve ever eaten. It sounds like such a grand statement for a simple hamburger sandwich, but I wholeheartedly mean it. Perhaps it had something to do with the fact that the bread was homemade.

Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

As you bite into your patty melt your fingers and lips will be coated with a buttery bread, oozing cheese, sweet caramelized onions, and tender-juicy beef. Each bite is a little explosion of amazing flavours that leaves both your mouth and stomach begging for another bite. Seriously, they are that good!

Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

For hubby and I patty melts can only, or should only, be made with Swiss cheese — no alternatives. I know many people make theirs with American cheese but the flavour doesn’t come close to the added depth that Swiss cheeses adds. The only seasonings are the caraway seeds in the bread, a little salt and some ground black pepper. Nothing else is needed as these simple ingredients create a robust flavored sandwich.

Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

Don’t you just want to take a big bite?

Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

Side dishes to patty melts can be anything from french fries, baked or smashed potatoes, or if you feel a little guilty from all the calories a piece of grilled lettuce also goes great. Serve with a couple of dill pickles on the side for yet more crunch, but never add them inside the patty melt.

5.0 from 3 reviews
Patty Melts
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
15 mins
Total time
25 mins
 
As you bite into your patty melt your fingers and lips will be coated with a buttery bread, oozing cheese, sweet caramelized onions, and tender-juicy beef. Each bite is a little explosion of amazing flavours that leaves both your mouth and stomach begging for another bite.
Author: SpicieFoodie.com &Nancy Lopez-McHugh
Recipe type: Sandwich, Burger, Dinner, Fast, Easy
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 500gm or 1 lb ground beef
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • Swiss cheese, at least 2 slices per sandwich
  • 4 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced
  • olive oil or vegetable oil of choice
  • New York deli style rye bread
  • unsalted butter
Instructions
Make the grilled or caramelized onions:
  1. Heat enough olive oil to lightly coat the pan. Saute the onions until they are soft and translucent and begin to caramelize or turn brown. If you'd like add a little salt and black pepper to the onions. If needed add a little water to the pan to prevent onions from burning, make sure to cook off all the water.
Make the patty melts:
  1. Mix the beef with some salt and pepper. Shape 4 patties into a thin oblong shape. Melt some butter in a separate pan and cook the patties all the way through. Place sliced Swiss cheese on patties and allow to melt. Remove from the pan and drain off all extra fat and pan juices. Melt a little more butter in the pan and place sliced rye bread into the pan. Toast the bread then place the patties on top as well as another toasted slice of bread. Serve straight away with desired side dish.
Notes
I used homemade rye bread, but you can use store bought. Try using a New York deli style bread.
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Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

And this gorgeous patty melt is what yours should look like. Warm, buttery, cheesy, oniony and ready to bite into. Don’t you want to taste it too?

Patty Melts made with homemade New York deli rye bread by Spicie Foodie | #pattymelts #burger #sandwich #ryebread #swisscheese

So are you guys fans of patty melts too?

 

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Filed Under: American, Beef, For Him, Sandwiches

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Comments

  1. Rosa says

    June 6, 2013 at 12:03

    Terrific! That sandwich looks absolutely mouthwatering.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 6, 2013 at 17:00

      Thank you Rosa!

  2. Monique says

    June 6, 2013 at 14:41

    It is more a PARTY on a plate..I agree with Rosa..mouthwatering!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 6, 2013 at 17:01

      Hehe, thanks Monique!

  3. Victoria of Flavors of the Sun says

    June 6, 2013 at 15:55

    I could dive into this scrumptious-looking sandwich right now, and it’s only eight in the morning here! Beautiful food, as always. I particularly liked this series on how you got to this final dish!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 6, 2013 at 17:01

      Thank you so much Victoria! It was a very fun series to do.:)

  4. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

    June 6, 2013 at 18:17

    Fabulous melts, I love the caramelized onions!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 6, 2013 at 19:59

      Thank you Laura!

  5. Marta @ What should I eat for breakfast today says

    June 6, 2013 at 22:25

    I love the sandwich, it is as big as I like. I have one question about your bread. Did you bake it in a iron pot? I am considering buying it, my friend said that a bread baked in it is amazing. Yours look so delicious…

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:00

      Thank you Marta! No, I just baked it on a baking sheet. Have fun with the iron pot.

  6. Daniela says

    June 6, 2013 at 23:13

    Wow Nancy, this looks stunning and mouthwatering!
    This is going to be the treat I’ll prepare for Fathers Day.
    Thank you for the inspiration :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:00

      Thank you Daniela, I hope your guest enjoy the sandwich!

  7. yummychunklet says

    June 6, 2013 at 23:30

    I may have to try my hand on this when I’m feel a “comfort food” mood coming on!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:00

      You should:)

  8. Julia | JuliasAlbum.com says

    June 7, 2013 at 03:53

    This must be one of the most luxurious sandwiches I’ve seen in my life! j

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:01

      Thank you Julia!:)

  9. Joanne T Ferguson says

    June 7, 2013 at 04:02

    LOVE patty melts, TRUE!
    Yes, they ARE a VERY American thing to do!
    LOVE the staging of your photos; want one right now!
    Cheers! Joanne

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:01

      Thank you so much Joanne!

  10. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

    June 7, 2013 at 10:29

    It’s very hard not to look at your delicious patty melts…even at 1:30 in the morning. Drool worthy pictures, Nancy. Now I have to go to bed with hungry active tummy. :) Seriously I cannot wait to make my own bread to make sandwich at home. I know it tastes wonderful!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:01

      You should give it a try sometime Nami. I’m sure you’d enjoy the process and the sandwich itself.:)

  11. easyfoodsmith says

    June 7, 2013 at 17:21

    A feast for the eyes and the palate!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:02

      Thanks Taruna!

  12. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

    June 7, 2013 at 23:03

    Wow! That is a beautiful sandwich – you are doing that rye bread justice Nancy :)

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 8, 2013 at 17:03

      Thank you Alyssa!

  13. Suzanne Perazzini says

    June 8, 2013 at 23:38

    You have made that sandwich sound and look so good – I wish I could eat it.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 9, 2013 at 12:48

      Thank you Suzanne!

  14. john@kitchenriffs says

    June 9, 2013 at 19:07

    I agree – it’s gotta be Swiss cheese on a patty melt! Really great way to use your rye bread! Fun post – thanks.

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 9, 2013 at 22:23

      That’s great John, glad you agree. Thanks!

  15. Shema George says

    June 10, 2013 at 14:24

    You have left me hungry right in the morning..These look super good!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      June 10, 2013 at 17:41

      Thank you Shema!

  16. Bill says

    July 25, 2013 at 03:42

    These patty melts look so amazingly decadent and delicious. I haven’t had a patty melt in years and you’ve motivated me to make one soon. As always, amazing photos! Great post!

    • Spicie Foodie says

      July 25, 2013 at 20:27

      I hope you can enjoy one soon. Thanks, Bill!

  17. Captain Bert says

    August 12, 2013 at 01:42

    I’m making one tonight thanks to these photos. Trade Joe’s Grass Fed Beef 85/15, Orowheat Jewish Rye. I must say, I have never seen such perfection in a photo essay as I see on this page. Truly Spectacular in every way, stunning to say the least!!! Just bought the book too, now hopefully my meal will achieve a success somewhat near yours….

    • Spicie Foodie says

      August 14, 2013 at 00:56

      That’s great, enjoy the book and patty melts!

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