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Patty Melts with Secret Sauce

A Diner Classic with a Delicious Homemade Twist

If you’re craving a juicy burger but want something with a little more retro diner charm, look no further than the Patty Melt. This timeless sandwich combines the best parts of a burger and a grilled cheese—all melted together between buttery slices of rye bread. But what really takes this recipe over the top? A tangy, creamy secret sauce that adds a bold layer of flavor in every bite.

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying late-night craving, these Patty Melts are easy to make and even easier to love.

What Is a Patty Melt?

A Patty Melt is essentially a burger’s nostalgic cousin. It skips the traditional bun in favor of crispy, golden-grilled rye bread and swaps lettuce and tomato for caramelized onions and melted cheese. It’s warm, savory, slightly sweet, and all about indulgent, melty goodness.

Ingredients

For the patty melts:

1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juicy patties)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 tbsp butter + more for grilling
8 slices rye bread (or sourdough, if preferred)
8 slices Swiss or American cheese

For the secret sauce:

1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp yellow mustard
1 tbsp finely diced pickles (or pickle relish)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional for extra depth)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Make the secret sauce

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, diced pickles, garlic powder, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use.

2. Caramelize the onions

In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 15–20 minutes until they’re soft, golden, and sweet. Set aside.

3. Form and cook the patties

Shape the ground beef into thin oval-shaped patties (about the size of your bread slices). Season both sides with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely seared. Set aside.