Instructions:
Step 1: Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onions and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized, about 25–30 minutes. Set aside.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix ground beef with garlic powder and black pepper. Shape into 4 thin patties roughly the size of your bread slices.
Step 3: Cook patties in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
Step 4: Wipe out the skillet and reduce heat to medium-low. Spread mayonnaise or butter on one side of each bread slice.
Step 5: Assemble each melt: Place one slice of bread, mayo-side down, in the skillet. Top with one slice of Swiss, a beef patty, a spoonful of caramelized onions, one slice of provolone, and a second slice of bread (mayo-side up).
Step 6: Cook each sandwich for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing down gently, until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Slice and serve hot.
Storage Information:
Patty melts are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or toaster oven for best results—avoid microwaving to keep the bread crisp.
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