The Most Amazing Patty Melts You Will Ever Have

If you haven't tried a patty melt before, I highly recommend it. The traditional patty melt is two pieces of bread that come together with a flattened burger patty, Worcestershire sauce, and caramelized onions. We did ours a little bit different below, but still the same great taste. With only seven ingredients, you will want to add this to your weekly dinner menu. It's easy to make, the cheese just melts in your mouth and it's a recipe that the whole family will love!

Easy, cheesy Patty Melts with savory beef patties, melted cheese, and toasted bread—perfect for a quick family meal!

This is one of those recipes Kevin actually made first, and I still say he does it better than I do. When we first started dating, he talked about opening a restaurant someday, and honestly, after trying these patty melts, I believed him.

• Serving suggestions: Pair your patty melt with French fries, a side salad, or a bowl of soup for a complete meal
• Variations: Use different cheeses like Swiss, American, or pepper jack to customize the flavor
• Serving size: 4 patty melts
• Total cook time: Less than 30 minutes

What is a Patty Melt

A patty melt is a beef patty topped with Worcestershire sauce, in between two slices of bread and topped with melted cheese (typically swiss or cheddar - we used sharp cheddar), and if you prefer, onions. It is cooked on the stovetop instead of a BBQ like some cheeseburgers are. It takes the traditional hamburger but adds a sauce to make it juicier and soft, caramelized onions to make it more of a cheesy, toasty sandwich instead of a burger. It is traditionally made with rye bread but we used regular white bread and it was delicious! 

This Recipe Was Inspired By

Recipe inspiration: Add a Pinch
We removed the Stone House seasoning, used an organic Worcestershire Sauce, removed caramelized onions, and replaced mild Cheddar cheese slices with Provolone cheese.

My fiancé Kevin will probably never admit it but he makes every type of food that I make, 1000% better. His dream when we first met was to open up a restaurant and I still think he should do that. Kevin made this recipe because he is a great cook and the way that he makes recipes his own is so unique and so good.

Why You Will Love These Patty Melts

• Simple ingredients you likely already have
• Ready in under 30 minutes - a quick family meal
• Great for picky eaters
• Crispy, buttery bread with melty cheese

What Makes This Recipe Different

What makes these different is how simple they are while still tasting like something you’d order at a diner. We kept the ingredients minimal but made a few swaps that really improved the flavor, especially with the cheese combination.

Tips for the Best Patty Melts

• Use thin patties so they cook evenly - you can use your hand to press down on the patties or put them in between wax paper and roll thin
• Don’t skip buttering the bread 
• Cook on medium heat to avoid burning - if you cook too high, the outside will burn and the inside won't cook properly 

If You Cook With Ground Beef Often, These Are Some of Our Go-To Dinners

If you enjoy ground beef recipes, you may also want to try:

One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta
Beefaroni
In-N-Out Double-Double Animal Style Burgers
Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper

Ingredients for Patty Melts

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• 1 pound Ground Beef
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• *1 Tbsp Organic Worcestershire Sauce
• 8 Slices White Bread
• 4 Slices Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• 4 Slices Provolone Cheese
• 4 Tbsp Butter, Softened

Directions for Patty Melts (Step-by-Step)

✓ Step #1: Divide ground beef – Divide ground beef into four thin patties. You can flatten them with a mallet, rolling pin, or your hands.

✓ Step #2: Heat skillet and cook patties – Use 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat and add two beef patties.

✓ Step #3: Season patties – Season each patty with Worcestershire sauce.

✓ Step #4: Flip and brown – Cook until browned on both sides, flipping once after about five minutes.

✓ Step #5: Remove and set aside – Remove patties from the skillet and transfer to a plate.

✓ Step #6: Butter the bread – Wipe the skillet clean, spread softened butter on one side of the bread, and place it butter-side down in the skillet.

✓ Step #7: Add beef and cheese – Top the bread with a cooked beef patty, a slice of provolone, and a slice of cheddar cheese.

Note: If you want to add caramelized onions, you can do that now as well.

✓ Step #8: Top and butter – Add another slice of bread on top and butter the outer side.

✓ Step #9: Grill and flip – Cook two sandwiches at a time, flipping once the bottom is golden brown. Toast the other side for about two minutes.

✓ Step #10: Serve – Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store leftover patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

About the Author

Abbie Guerrero is the creator of Savvy with Abbie and has been blogging since 2009. She has developed over 800 original recipes and shares thoughtful book reviews and personal reflections. Writing has been a lifelong passion and a meaningful form of self-expression.
Recipe and photos by Abbie Guerrero. All photos are original.

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This patty melt recipe is one of the easiest ways to get that diner-style flavor at home without a lot of ingredients and the higher price tag.