Best 4 Applebees Classic Patty Melt Recipes

Craving a hearty, juicy, and flavorful burger that's bursting with melted cheese and tangy caramelized onions? Look no further than the classic patty melt, an American comfort food staple that has been tantalizing taste buds for decades. This delectable sandwich features a perfectly cooked beef patty nestled between two slices of buttered and toasted rye bread, smothered in melted cheese, and topped with sautéed onions. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors and textures, from the savory patty to the gooey cheese, the sweet and tangy onions, and the crispy, golden-brown bread. Whether you're a seasoned patty melt enthusiast or a curious foodie looking to try something new, this recipe guide will take you on a culinary journey, providing step-by-step instructions for creating the ultimate patty melt experience. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and get ready to indulge in this mouthwatering classic dish.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC PATTY MELT

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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 pounds ground beef (80 percent lean)
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
8 slices rye bread
About 1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese

Steps:

Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until very soft and golden, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
Mix the ground meat with the ketchup, Worcestershire, onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Form the meat into 4 oblong patties in the approximate size and shape of the bread (they should be a little less than 1/2-inch-thick).
Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet and heat it over medium-high heat until the foam subsides. Add the patties and cook, turning once, until cooked to medium doneness, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Add salt and pepper, if desired. Transfer to a plate.
Wipe the skillet clean. Butter one side of half of the bread slices, then place them butter-side down in the skillet. Add a slice of cheese on top of each slice of bread, then add the patties and onions. Lay one more slice of cheese on top of the onions, then add the top slices of bread. Butter the top of the bread. Flip the sandwiches and cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and cover loosely with foil. Cook the remaining sandwiches with the remaining butter in the same manner.
Cut the patty melts in half and serve immediately.

APPLEBEE'S CLASSIC PATTY MELT

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I found this recipe on a copycat website and wanted to add it to our clone page,not much love given to this group!

Provided by L D

Categories Beef

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 burger patty
salt,black pepper,granulated garlic to taste
butter, melted as needed
2 pieces italian bread
2 tablespoons mayonnaise with roasted garlic and mustard
2 slices swiss cheese
2 slices cheddar cheese
1/2 c sliced onions

Steps:

1. Season one side of the burger with salt, pepper and garlic. Place on grill or in broiler, seasoned side down. Then season the other side. Cook to desired doneness. While burger is cooking, melt butter in fry pan on medium heat or in electric skillet (set at 350 degrees). Spread mayonnaise onto bread. Drop bread, dry side down, onto melted pools and swirl to coat (to avoid sticking/burning). Cover one slice of bread with two slices of Swiss cheese and the other with two slices of Cheddar. In a separate frying pan, melt butter and sauté sliced onions. Season with salt, pepper and garlic while heating. Place cooked burger patty on top of one cheese-topped slice of bread and the sautéed onions on the other. Carefully close and cut sandwich.

CLASSIC PATTY MELT

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A quick, easy, and basic recipe for patty melts. I used Jewish rye bread but any bread will work as long as it's rye. I double the cheese but feel free to use 1 slice per patty melt.

Provided by Yoly

Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Beef

Time 30m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, sliced
6 teaspoons mayonnaise
6 slices rye bread
6 slices sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

Season ground beef with salt and pepper and divide into 3 equal-sized balls. Shape each ball as close as possible to the shape of the bread. Make an indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook onion until soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and divide into 3 equal portions. Place beef patties into the same skillet and cook until desired doneness, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
Meanwhile, spread 1 teaspoons mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
Place bread mayonnaise side-down in the skillet. Top with 1 slice of cheese, 1 beef patty, 1/3 of the onions, a second slice of cheese, and another slice of bread, mayonnaise side up. Cook bread until golden brown and cheese has started to melt, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip each sandwich over and cook an additional 3 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 178 mg, Fat 54.2 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 45.8 g, SaturatedFat 25.5 g, Sodium 1358.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

APPLEBEE'S CLASSIC PATTY MELT (COPYCAT)

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Make and share this Applebee's Classic Patty Melt (Copycat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories Meat

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 hamburger patties
salt and pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
melted butter, as needed
4 pieces Italian bread
4 tablespoons mayonnaise, blended with
roasted garlic, and
mustard
4 slices swiss cheese
4 slices cheddar cheese
1 cup sliced onion

Steps:

Season one side of the burger with salt, pepper and garlic. Place on grill or in broiler, seasoned side down. Season the other side and flip. Cook to prefered doneness.
While burger is cooking, melt butter in fry pan on medium heat. Spread mayonnaise onto bread. Drop bread, dry side down, onto melted butter and swirl to coat.
Cover one slice of bread with two slices of Swiss cheese and the other with two slices of Cheddar.
In a separate frying pan, melt butter and saute sliced onions. Season with salt, pepper and garlic.
Place cooked burger patty on top of one cheese-topped slice of bread and the saute onions on the other. Carefully assemble and cut sandwich.

Tips:

For a crispier patty, cook it over medium-high heat.
If you don't have a griddle, you can cook the patty in a large skillet.
Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, Swiss, or American cheese.
Toast the bread before assembling the sandwich so that it doesn't get soggy.
If you like, you can add a layer of caramelized onions to the sandwich.
Serve the patty melt with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise.

Conclusion:

The Applebee's Classic Patty Melt is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its crispy patty, melted cheese, and toasted bread, this sandwich is sure to satisfy your cravings. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give the Applebee's Classic Patty Melt a try.