Grilled Cheese Patty Melts Recipe
Grilled Cheese Patty Melts combine juicy, seasoned beef patties with melty Colby-Jack cheese sandwiched between buttery toasted white bread slices. This comforting sandwich is easy to prepare on the stovetop using a griddle, delivering rich flavors perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.
- Author: Isabella
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Beef Patties
- 1 lb 85% lean ground beef
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Montreal-style steak seasoning
Sandwich
- 2 tbsp butter, softened (or as needed)
- 6 slices white bread
- 6 slices Colby-Jack cheese
- Prepare the Patties: In a bowl, combine ground beef, parsley, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Montreal steak seasoning. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed. Shape mixture into 3 equal-sized patties.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a nonstick griddle over medium heat. Place the patties on the griddle and cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) as measured by an instant-read thermometer. Remove patties from the griddle and set aside.
- Prepare Sandwiches: Warm a second griddle over medium heat. Butter one side of each bread slice generously. Place half of the bread slices buttered-side down on the griddle.
- Assemble Melt: On each bread slice on the griddle, layer one slice of Colby-Jack cheese, then a cooked burger patty, followed by another slice of cheese. Top each with the remaining bread slices, buttered-side up.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Grill the sandwiches on medium heat until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted, approximately 6 to 10 minutes. Flip the sandwiches halfway through the cooking time to ensure even toasting and melting.
Notes
- You can swap Colby-Jack cheese for your favorite cheese variety to customize flavor.
- Try using different types of bread such as whole wheat or sourdough for variation.
- Ensure patties reach 160°F internal temperature to guarantee they are safely cooked.
- Butter the bread slices well to achieve a crisp, golden crust.
Keywords: Grilled Cheese, Patty Melt, Sandwich, Ground Beef, Stovetop Cooking, Comfort Food