Classic Patty Melt on Blackstone Grill

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

Swiss cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while American cheese is more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a cost-effective substitute.

rye bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber, and white bread is often cheaper.

Butter one side of the marble rye bread and place it buttered side down on the Blackstone grill.

Butter the second slice of bread and place it next to the first slice on the grill.

Add swiss and gouda cheese on top of the bread.

Spread caramelized onions over the cheese.

Cover the bread with a lid to help melt the cheese faster.

Prepare the burger patties using the smash technique, aiming for an oval shape to fit the bread.

Season the smashed patties.

Cover the patties with a lid to help melt the cheese and cook the burgers.

Check the bread for a golden toast, ensuring it doesn't burn.

Flip the patties once a crust has developed and juices are pooling on top.

Cook the patties for a couple of minutes on the second side.

Assemble the patty melt by placing the first burger on the toasted bread, followed by the second patty.

Use a spatula to help lift the cheesy slice of rye bread and complete the sandwich.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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