French Onion Patty Melt (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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450g ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
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1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
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4 slices sourdough or rye bread
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4 slices Swiss cheese (or Gruyère or Provolone)
→ Cooking Fats and Oils
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Seasonings
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish (Optional)
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Fresh thyme or chopped parsley
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring frequently, for 15–20 minutes until they are soft, golden, and deeply caramelized. Season with salt, pepper, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce. Remove onions from the skillet and set aside.
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Combine ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Shape into 2 thin patties sized to fit the bread slices. In the same skillet, cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side, or until cooked to your preference. Transfer meat to a plate and set aside.
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Wipe the skillet clean. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice. Place one slice, butter-side down, in the skillet. Layer with cheese, a beef patty, caramelized onions, another cheese slice, and top with the second buttered bread slice, butter-side up.
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Cook sandwiches over medium heat for 2–3 minutes on each side, gently pressing, until the bread is golden and crisp, and cheese is fully melted. Repeat for the second sandwich.
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Slice each patty melt in half. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley as desired. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For a richer taste, add a thin layer of Dijon mustard before assembling the sandwiches.
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Gruyère cheese creates an authentic French onion flavor profile.
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Accompany with crispy fries or a green salad for a complete meal.