Get ready to transform your ordinary burger experience with this mouthwatering British-inspired patty melt that combines the perfect blend of juicy beef, melted cheddar, and caramelized onions between crispy, golden-brown bread. This isn't just another sandwich – it's a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to flavor paradise! Whether you're looking for a weekend treat or a show-stopping meal that will impress your friends and family, these patty melts are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: British
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 8 slices of bread
- Butter for grilling
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups of potato chips
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 lb of ground beef, 1 sliced onion, 4 slices of cheddar cheese, 8 slices of bread, butter for grilling, salt and pepper to taste, and 4 cups of potato chips.
- In a large mixing bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the meat.
- Divide the seasoned ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, making them slightly larger than the slices of bread to account for shrinkage during cooking.
- In a large skillet or frying pan, melt a tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Once the butter is hot and bubbling, add the sliced onion. Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the beef patties. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on one side until browned, then flip them over and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on the other side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt. Cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt faster.
- While the patties are cooking, heat another skillet over medium heat for grilling the sandwiches. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Once the patties are cooked and the cheese has melted, assemble the patty melts. Place a patty with melted cheese on the unbuttered side of a slice of bread, top with a generous amount of the caramelized onions, and then place another slice of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
- Carefully place the assembled sandwich in the heated skillet. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted.
- Repeat the grilling process for the remaining patties and bread slices until all patty melts are cooked.
- While the patty melts are grilling, prepare the potato chips according to package instructions or serve them as is in a bowl.
- Once all patty melts are ready, remove them from the skillet, slice in half if desired, and serve hot alongside the potato chips.
- Enjoy your British Style Patty Melts with Chips!
Tips
- Meat Matters: Use ground beef with a bit of fat content (80/20 blend) for the juiciest, most flavorful patties.
- Caramelization is Key: Take your time with the onions – slow and low is the secret to achieving those rich, sweet caramelized onions.
- Butter is Better: Use room temperature butter for even spreading on your bread, ensuring a perfectly crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Don't Press the Patties: Avoid pressing down on the burgers while cooking – this keeps all those delicious juices inside the meat.
- Cheese Melting Hack: Cover the skillet with a lid for the last minute of cooking to help the cheese melt more evenly and quickly.
- Bread Selection: Choose a sturdy bread that can hold up to the juicy patties and won't get soggy.
- Serve Immediately: These patty melts are best enjoyed hot off the skillet, so time your cooking to serve them right away!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 717kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 35g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
