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
- 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)
- Cook the thinly sliced onion in 2 tbsp butter over low heat for 20 minutes until deeply browned.
- Shape the beef into four thin oval patties to match the bread, and season.
- Sear the patties 2 minutes per side in the same pan.
- Build each sandwich: rye, swiss, patty, onions, dressing, swiss, rye.
- 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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