Description
This Mustard Horseradish and White Cheddar Patty Melt is a flavorful twist on the classic patty melt, featuring tangy mustard and spicy horseradish spread with rich white cheddar cheese and caramelized onions on rye bread. Perfectly pan-toasted to golden perfection, this sandwich combines savory beef patties with creamy, melted cheese and sharp condiments for an irresistibly tasty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 oz white cheddar cheese, sliced
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Condiments & Seasoning
- 1/4 cup mustard
- 1/4 cup horseradish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prepare for caramelizing the onions and cooking the patties.
- Caramelize Onions: Add the thinly sliced onion to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and caramelized, which will take about 10-15 minutes.
- Mix Spread: While the onions cook, combine 1/4 cup mustard and 1/4 cup horseradish in a small bowl to create the tangy spread for the sandwiches.
- Prepare Bread: Spread the mustard and horseradish mixture on one side of each slice of rye bread evenly.
- Assemble Cheese Layer: Place half of the bread slices on a clean surface, spread-side up, and layer them with the slices of white cheddar cheese.
- Season and Form Patties: In a separate bowl, season the ground beef with salt and pepper, then shape the beef into patties sized to fit the bread slices.
- Cook Patties: Using the same skillet, cook the beef patties over medium heat until browned on both sides and fully cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Build Patty Melts: Place the cooked patties on top of the cheddar-topped bread slices, then evenly distribute the caramelized onions over the patties.
- Complete Sandwich: Top each assembled patty with the remaining slices of bread, spread-side down, to enclose the filling.
- Toast Sandwiches: Return the sandwiches to the skillet and toast them over medium heat, pressing slightly, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese inside is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve: Slice each patty melt diagonally and serve immediately while hot. Enjoy the deliciously warm, melty sandwich!
Notes
- Using rye bread adds a classic tangy flavor that complements the horseradish and mustard spread perfectly.
- Make sure to cook the onions low and slow for optimal caramelization and sweetness.
- Adjust the amount of horseradish based on your desired level of spiciness.
- You can substitute white cheddar with any sharp cheddar or your favorite melting cheese.
- Press the sandwiches gently while toasting to help the cheese melt evenly and the bread crisp up nicely.
