Servings: 3 sandwiches
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Style: Diner-style comfort food
Crispy Rye Bread, Juicy Beef, and Melty Cheese
These Patty Melts with Secret Sauce are loaded with juicy beef, melty cheddar and provolone, crispy buttery rye bread, and a smoky burger sauce with bacon. They taste like the best diner sandwich ever.
Perfect for dinner, game day, or when you want something rich and satisfying.
Ingredients
Patty Melts
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 6 slices rye bread
- 6 slices provolone cheese
- 6 slices cheddar cheese
- 6 tbsp butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Secret Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp relish
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp bacon pieces
How to Make Patty Melts
1. Shape Patties
Divide beef into 3 patties.
Flatten to match bread shape.
Season with:
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
2. Cook Beef
Cook patties in skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook until browned and done.
Set aside.
3. Make Sauce
Mix together:
- Mayo
- Ketchup
- Relish
- Sugar
- Bacon pieces
4. Build Sandwiches
Butter bread.
Place 3 slices butter-side down in skillet.
Top each with:
- Provolone
- Beef patty
- Cheddar
Spread sauce on remaining bread slices.
Place on top.
5. Toast
Cook until bottom is golden.
Flip carefully.
Toast second side until cheese melts.
6. Serve
Serve hot.
Best with fries or chips.
Optional Add-Ins
- Caramelized onions
- Pickles
- Swiss cheese
- Jalapeños
Final Thoughts
This patty melt is crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor.
The secret sauce takes it from a simple burger sandwich to something seriously addictive.
