Ah, a patty melt—classic comfort food! Let’s break it down:
A patty melt is essentially a cross between a burger and a grilled cheese. It typically consists of:
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Burger patty: Usually ground beef, cooked to your preferred doneness.
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Bread: Rye bread is traditional, lightly buttered and toasted.
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Cheese: Swiss is classic, melted over the patty.
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Caramelized onions: Sweet, slow-cooked onions that add a rich, savory layer.
The sandwich is then grilled or pressed, so the bread is crispy and the cheese is melty, almost like a grilled cheese with a hearty filling.
It’s indulgent, slightly salty, and gloriously gooey. Think of it as a comfort-food hug in sandwich form.
If you want, I can give you a step-by-step recipe to make a perfect patty melt at home that’s restaurant-level. Do you want me to do that?