Cheesy Patty Melts with Special Sauce (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the patty melts
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1 pound ground beef
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6 slices rye bread
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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6 slices cheddar cheese
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6 slices provolone cheese
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6 tablespoons butter, softened and unsalted
→ For the special sauce
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons chopped bacon pieces
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3 tablespoons ketchup
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1 teaspoon sugar
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1 teaspoon relish
# Instructions:
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Divide ground beef into three equal portions and shape into patties that match the size of your bread slices. Season both sides with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, chopped bacon, ketchup, sugar, and relish until well combined.
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Wipe down the skillet and reduce heat to medium. Spread butter on one side of each slice of rye bread.
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Place three bread slices buttered-side down in the skillet. Layer each with 2 slices provolone, a beef patty, 2 slices cheddar, and spread special sauce on the inside of the remaining bread slices. Top with remaining bread, sauce-side down.
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Cook until the bottom bread is golden and cheese starts melting. Carefully flip and cook until the second side is toasted and cheese is fully melted.
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Remove from skillet, slice if desired, and serve immediately while the cheese is still melty.
# Notes:
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The special sauce with bacon and relish adds a unique tangy flavor that perfectly complements the rich cheeses and beef.
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Use a sturdy rye bread that can hold up to the juicy patty and melted cheese without getting soggy.
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For gluten-free version, substitute with hearty gluten-free bread and ensure all condiments are gluten-free labeled.
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Cook on medium heat to ensure the cheese melts completely before the bread burns.