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Classic Patty Melts

Classic Patty Melts

Recipe by Grit & Soul · Save to D!NNER PLAN$
Use what's in your pantry
25 minBase: 4 servingsStovetopamerican

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4 people

Ingredients

  • ground beef
    Need: 1 lb
  • bread
    Need: 8 slice
  • onion
    Need: 1 item
  • cheddar
    Need: 1 cup
    Buy: 1 bag
  • butter
    Need: 2 tbsp
    Buy: 1 stick
  • salt
    Need: 1 tsp
  • pepper
    Need: 0.5 tsp

Instructions

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Safe temp: Ground meat
160°F · Use a food thermometer
1. Step 1
Form the ground beef into thin patties and season with salt and pepper.
Ground meat: 160°F. Use a food thermometer and check the middle of the patty or crumble cluster once it is nearly done.
2. Cook the aromatics
Cook the onion in butter until soft and browned.
Give the food a little time between stirs so it can brown and build flavor.
3. Step 3
Cook the patties in a skillet until done.
4. Step 4
Assemble bread, cheddar, onions, and patties into sandwiches.
5. Step 5
Cook the sandwiches until the bread is crisp and the cheese is melted.
Once the cheese melts, keep the heat low so it stays creamy.