Classic Patty Melt Sandwich (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Bread and Fats
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6 slices rye bread
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Beef Patties
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454 grams ground beef
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0.75 teaspoon ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon sea salt
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0.25 teaspoon onion powder
→ Sauce
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3 tablespoons mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 tablespoon real bacon bits
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1 teaspoon sweet relish
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1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
→ Cheese
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6 slices cheddar cheese
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6 slices Provolone cheese
# Instructions:
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Spread softened butter on one side of each rye bread slice and set aside.
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In a bowl, combine ground beef, black pepper, sea salt, and onion powder. Mix until seasonings are evenly incorporated. Shape mixture into three patties to match the size of the bread slices.
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Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook for 2–3 minutes per side. Lower heat to low and cook an additional 5 minutes, ensuring patties are thoroughly browned. Verify internal temperature reaches 71°C with a digital thermometer.
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While the patties cook, stir together mayonnaise, ketchup, bacon bits, sweet relish, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
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Heat a second skillet over medium-low. Place a slice of buttered bread, butter-side down, into the skillet. Layer with two slices of cheddar cheese, one cooked patty, and two slices of Provolone cheese.
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Spread sauce over the unbuttered side of a second bread slice and place it sauce-side down on top of the sandwich.
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Cook assembled sandwich for 2–3 minutes per side, or until both sides are golden and toasted.
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Repeat the assembly and toasting process for the remaining sandwiches. Remove from the skillet, serve warm.
# Notes:
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Ensure patties reach a safe internal temperature of 71°C to guarantee thorough cooking.