Best 11 Smothered Onion Patty Melts Recipes

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Smothered onion patty melts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. The key to making the best smothered onion patty melts is to use high-quality ingredients and to cook the patty melts slowly and evenly. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making the best smothered onion patty melts, as well as some tips and tricks for making the perfect patty melt.

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PATTY MELTS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 stick butter
1 whole large onion, halved and sliced
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
5 dashes Worcestershire sauce
Salt and fresh ground black pepper
8 slices rye bread
8 slices Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-low heat. Throw in the sliced onions and cook slowly until the onions are golden brown and soft, 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, Worcestershire and some salt and pepper. Form into 4 patties.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a separate skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties on both sides until totally done in the middle.
  • Assemble the patty melts this way: Slice of bread, slice of cheese, hamburger patty, a quarter of the cooked onions, another slice of cheese and another slice of bread.
  • On a clean griddle or in a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter and grill the sandwiches until golden brown. Remove the sandwiches and add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Return the sandwiches to the skillet, flipping them to the other side. Cook until golden brown and crisp, and until the cheese is melted. Slice in half and serve immediately!

GRILLED PATTY MELTS WITH SMOTHERED ONIONS



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Grill the rye, slice the Swiss and pile on the onions for a burger extraordinaire!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef or ground turkey
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
8 slices rye bread
4 slices (3/4 oz each) Swiss cheese
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 medium onions, thinly sliced, separated into rings
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In medium bowl, mix all patty melt ingredients except bread and cheese. Shape mixture into 4 patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Refrigerate while cooking onions.
  • In 8-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onions in oil, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in salt and pepper; keep warm.
  • Place patties on grill rack over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until meat thermometer inserted in center of patties reads 160°F. Add bread slices to side of grill for last 5 minutes of grilling, turning once, until lightly toasted. Top patties with cheese. Cover grill; cook about 1 minute longer or until cheese is melted. Place patties on bread; top with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

PATTY MELTS WITH CHARRED ONIONS



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Provided by Fred Thompson

Categories     Beef     Dairy     Onion     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Ground Beef     Fall     Summer     Tailgating     Family Reunion     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Swiss Cheese     Party     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb (500 g) ground chuck
1 lb (500 g) ground sirloin
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
12 slices rye bread
6 tablespoons (3 oz/90 g) unsalted butter, melted
2 sweet onions, thickly sliced
6 slices good-quality Swiss cheese such as Gruyère or Comté

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for direct grilling over high heat. Brush and oil the grill grate.
  • 2. In a large bowl, using a spoon, not your hands, gently mix together the chuck and sirloin. Run your hands under cold water and divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a patty about the size and shape of a slice of bread, being careful not to compact the meat too much. Season on both sides with salt and pepper. Make a depression in the center of each patty with your thumb. Refrigerate the patties until the grill is ready.
  • 3. Brush both sides of each bread slice with the butter.
  • 4. Place the patties, indent side up, and onion slices on the grill directly over the fire. Cook, turning once, until both the patties and the onions are nicely charred on both sides and the burgers are cooked to your liking, 4-5 minutes per side for medium. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, top each patty with a slice of cheese and put the bread slices along the edge of the grill, then cover the grill. Grill, turning the bread slices once, until the cheese is melted and the bread is lightly toasted.
  • 5. Place each burger on a slice of toasted rye. Toss the onion slices to break up the rings, and divide evenly among the burgers. Top each burger with a second slice of toasted bread and serve at once.

PATTY MELT



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The patty melt is a traditional cheeseburger with caramelized onions on sliced rye bread that's been enjoyed since the 40's.

Provided by Kyle

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 Lbs Ground Chuck Beef (80% lean / 20% fat)
4 Slices Swiss Cheese
1 Large Onion
8 Slices Rye Bread
4 Tbsp Butter
6 Dashes Worcestershire Sauce
4 Tsp Salt
1 Tsp Pepper

Steps:

  • Cut onion in half and then slice.
  • Mix ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Form into 4 patties and set aside.
  • Butter both sides of your bread slices.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet at med-low heat. Add onion. Cook for about 20-25 min stirring occasionally until softened and browned.
  • While onions are cooking, place a large skillet over medium heat. Toast bread in the pan on both sides.
  • In the large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter at medium heat. Cook burgers for about 3-4 min on one side and flip. Continue cooking until done (140F for medium) usually another 3-5 minutes.
  • Once nearly done add cheese to burger. Cover to melt.
  • Stack up your burgers and enjoy!

SMOTHERED ONION PATTY MELTS



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Looking for a new twist on burgers? Margie Jarvis of Decatur, Tennessee has created a patty melt loaded with onions and Swiss cheese on rye bread. This flavorful combination is a great way to use ground turkey as well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium onions, sliced
1 teaspoon canola oil
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pound ground beef or turkey
8 slices rye bread, toasted
4 slices Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute onions in oil for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 25-30 minutes or until onions are tender, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the mustard, garlic, thyme, oregano and remaining salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties. , Grill patties, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Place each patty on a slice of toast; top with cheese, onions and remaining toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

PATTY MELTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
10 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
10 ounces 93% lean ground turkey
6 ounces lean ground beef sirloin
8 slices multigrain bread
8 thin slices Monterey jack or Swiss cheese (2 to 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Push to one side of the skillet; add the mushrooms and cook until browned, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then mix the mushrooms and onions together and cook until the onions are golden, about 10 more minutes. Add the vinegar and 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, mix the turkey, beef and the remaining 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Shape into 4 equal-size oval patties.
  • Wipe out the skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and place over medium-high heat. Season the patties with salt and pepper and cook until browned on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook through, 1 to 2 more minutes.
  • Divide the onions and mushrooms among 4 bread slices; top with a slice of cheese, a patty, another slice of cheese and another bread slice. Wipe out the skillet; add 1 tablespoon olive oil and place over medium heat. Cook the sandwiches in two batches until the bread is toasted and the cheese melts, 1 to 2 minutes per side, adding the remaining 2 teaspoons oil as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534, Fat 26 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 83 milligrams, Sodium 848 milligrams, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 37 grams

PATTY MELT WITH PICKLED ONION SALAD



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A diner favorite, plus an easy red-onion salad, makes for an easy and economical dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound ground beef chuck (85% lean)
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/2 red onion, grated
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
8 slices sandwich bread
1 cup grated cheddar
1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine red onion slices with vinegar. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine ground beef, ketchup, and grated red onion. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Form mixture into four 1/2-inch-thick patties. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high. Add patties and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes total, flipping halfway through. Remove skillet from heat and transfer patties to a plate. Wipe skillet clean.
  • Divide mayonnaise among sandwich bread slices. Set 4 slices, mayonnaise side down, on a work surface and top each with a beef patty and 1/4 cup grated cheddar. Top with remaining slices, mayonnaise side up. Heat skillet over medium and cook sandwiches in two batches until golden brown on both sides and cheese melts, 5 minutes per batch, flipping halfway through.
  • To bowl with onion, add lettuce, oregano, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Serve salad alongside patty melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643 g, Fat 42 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g

GOURMET PATTY MELTS



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Perfectly seasoned, juicy ground sirloin burgers, sauteed onion, and Cheddar cheese come together for a heavenly patty melt experience!

Provided by Suzanne

Categories     Main Dishes     Burger Recipes     Hamburgers

Time 4h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground sirloin
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, sliced
cooking spray
4 slices Cheddar cheese
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
8 slices rye bread, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Mix sirloin, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper together by hand in a medium bowl. Form into 4 hamburger patties and wrap in plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator until flavors have melded, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until melted. Add onions and saute until they begin to caramelize, about 15 minutes, reducing heat to medium-low if they seem to be sizzling too much.
  • Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Place hamburger patties in the skillet and cook for 3 minutes per side, topping each patty with a slice of Cheddar cheese after flipping.
  • Place patties on toasted rye bread. Top with warm onions, Dijon mustard, and remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 101.6 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 1100.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

PATTY MELTS



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As great dinner sandwiches go, it is hard to beat patty melts: ground beef, Swiss cheese and caramelized onions griddled on rye bread until they become crisp, oozing packages of salty-sweet delight. This recipe for them, which riffs on the ones served at Tiny Naylor's drive-in restaurant in Los Angeles in the 1950s, is about as traditional as you can get - luscious enough that they don't require condiments. Between the butter and the onions and the cheese, the sandwiches makes their own. Undercook the burger patties slightly before assembly, so they finish while you're griddling the sandwiches at the end.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     sandwiches

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 to 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 large onions, peeled and thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 1/2 pounds ground beef, at least 20 percent fat
8 slices seeded rye bread
8 slices Swiss cheese, approximately 1/2 pound

Steps:

  • Caramelize onions. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet set over high heat. When it foams, add the onions and sprinkle with salt. Do not stir immediately. Wait 1 minute, then begin to stir frequently over high heat for 5 minutes or so, or until the onions have released some liquid and started to become translucent.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring often, for what will seem like a very long time, until the onions are fully melted and dark golden brown, approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Remove onions, and set them and the skillet aside. (You can caramelize the onions a day ahead of time and reheat slowly when you're ready to cook.)
  • Cook the burgers. Add the remaining butter to the skillet in which you cooked the onions, and place it over medium heat. Gently divide the ground beef into 4 small piles, and then lightly form these into patties that are like flattened meatballs, roughly the shape of a slice of rye bread. Season aggressively with salt and pepper.
  • Increase the heat under skillet to high. Put the patties into the skillet with plenty of distance between them, and allow them to cook, without moving, for approximately 2 minutes. Use a spatula to turn the patties over, and continue to cook for another 2 to 2 1/2 minutes, then remove the patties from the skillet, and allow them to rest. (They will at this point be rare inside.)
  • Decrease the heat below the skillet to medium, and put four pieces of rye bread into the butter and fat that remains from cooking the patties. Top each piece with a slice of cheese, then a patty, then some of the caramelized onions, and finally another slice of cheese and another slice of rye. Use the spatula to press down on the packages, and after about a minute or so, carefully turn over each patty to begin to brown the other side. (You may need to add the additional butter.) Cook until the cheese is fully melted and the bread is golden brown and crisp on both sides. Slice in half before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 841, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 65 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 47 grams, SaturatedFat 32 grams, Sodium 776 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 3 grams

PATTY MELTS WITH GRILLED ONIONS



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Make and share this Patty Melts With Grilled Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

vidalia onions or other sweet onion
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
cooking spray
1 lb extra lean ground beef
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 tablespoons creamy mustard
rye bread
1 cup shredded reduced-fat jarlsberg cheese

Steps:

  • Arrange onion slices on a plate. Drizzle vinegar over onion slices. Heat a large grill pan over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion to pan; cover and cook 3 minutes on each side. Remove from pan; cover and keep warm.
  • Heat pan over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Divide beef into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty. Sprinkle patties evenly with salt and pepper. Add patties to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Spread about 1 teaspoon mustard blend over 4 bread slices; layer each slice with 2 tablespoons cheese, 1 patty, 2 onion slices, and 2 tablespoons cheese.
  • Spread about 1 teaspoon mustard blend over remaining bread slices; place, mustard side down, on top of sandwiches.
  • Heat pan over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add sandwiches to pan. Place a cast-iron or other heavy skillet on top of sandwiches; press gently to flatten. Cook 3 minutes on each side or until bread is toasted (leave cast-iron skillet on sandwiches while they cook).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.7, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 348.8, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.7, Protein 24.8

PATTY MELTS



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My husband often orders patty melts at restaurants, so I started fixing them at home. I added horseradish to give them more zip, and now he loves them my way. -Leah Zimmerman, Ephrata, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 thin slices sweet onion
2 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 slices rye bread
2 tablespoons Thousand Island salad dressing
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
2 slices process American cheese or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon butter until tender. Remove and keep warm., Shape beef into two oval patties; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, cook patties over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and meat juices run clear; drain. Remove and keep warm., Spread remaining butter over one side of each slice of bread. Place in skillet, buttered side down, and toast until lightly browned. , Combine salad dressing and horseradish. On each of two slices of toast, layer a slice of cheese, a beef patty, and half of the onion and the dressing mixture. Top with remaining toast. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 1278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality bread. The bread is a key component of a patty melt, so it's important to choose a high-quality loaf that will hold up well to the other ingredients and stay crispy on the outside while getting soft and chewy on the inside.
  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients. The other ingredients in a patty melt, such as the onions, cheese, and ground beef, should also be fresh and flavorful. This will help to create a sandwich that is both delicious and satisfying.
  • Cook the onions properly. The onions are one of the most important ingredients in a patty melt, so it's important to cook them properly. They should be cooked until they are caramelized and slightly crispy, which will add a lot of flavor and texture to the sandwich.
  • Use a good quality cheese. The cheese is another important ingredient in a patty melt, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that will melt well and add a lot of flavor to the sandwich.
  • Don't overcook the beef. The beef in a patty melt should be cooked to medium or medium-rare, so that it is still juicy and flavorful. Overcooking the beef will make it dry and tough.
  • Serve the patty melt immediately. A patty melt is best served immediately after it is cooked, so that the bread is still crispy and the cheese is still melted and gooey.

Conclusion:

A patty melt is a delicious and satisfying sandwich that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. By following these tips, you can make a patty melt that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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