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A toasted spicy patty melt sliced in half with melted cheese and caramelized peppers

Patty Melt with Caramelized Red Pepper, Jalapeno and Onion

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 875 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 10 oz Ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 4 slices Marbled rye bread
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large Red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 large Jalape ño, seeded and thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a heavy skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the sliced onions, red peppers, and jalapeños.
  • Sauté the vegetable mixture for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning, until deeply caramelized. Deglaze with Worcestershire sauce and remove from heat.
  • Divide the ground beef into two 5-ounce portions and shape into thin oval patties matching the dimensions of the rye bread.
  • Season both sides of the patties with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  • Wipe the skillet clean. Butter one side of each bread slice.
  • Assemble the sandwiches by placing two bread slices butter-side down in the skillet. Top each with one slice of Swiss cheese, one beef patty, half of the caramelized vegetable mixture, and a second slice of Swiss cheese.
  • Place the remaining bread slices on top, butter-side up. Griddle over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully emulsified.
  • Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve immediately.