Patty Melt on Rye

Patty Melt on Rye

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American · 35 min · Beef · high-protein

718 cal 38g protein 38g carbs 46g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 3/4 lb ground beef
  • 4 slices rye bread
  • 4 slices swiss cheese
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 2 1/2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup thousand island dressing
  • 1 tsp kosher salt

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Cook the thinly sliced onion in 2 tbsp butter over low heat for 20 minutes until deeply browned.
  2. Shape the beef into four thin oval patties to match the bread, and season.
  3. Sear the patties 2 minutes per side in the same pan.
  4. Build each sandwich: rye, swiss, patty, onions, dressing, swiss, rye.
  5. Griddle in the remaining butter until both sides are golden and the cheese has melted.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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