Kanapka Patti Melt Sandwich (Printer-Friendly)
Juicy beef, caramelized onion, cheddar, and crispy bread create a filling, flavorful lunch with American flair.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Components
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250 grams ground beef
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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0.5 teaspoon ground sweet paprika
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.5 teaspoon onion powder
→ For Cooking & Assembly
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon mayonnaise
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4 slices cheddar cheese
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2 slices mozzarella cheese
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4 slices sandwich bread (white toast or your preferred variety)
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder using hands or a fork for even distribution.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly until softened and golden brown. Set aside to cool slightly.
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Divide seasoned beef into two portions and form into cutlets slightly larger than the bread slices, ensuring even thickness for consistent cooking.
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Return pan to medium heat with remaining tablespoon of butter. Add both cutlets and fry for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through. In the final minute, top each with 2 slices of cheddar and 1 slice of mozzarella cheese, allowing cheese to melt thoroughly.
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Spread mayonnaise over one slice of bread. Place a cheesy beef cutlet onto a bread slice, top generously with caramelized onions, and cap with a second slice of bread. Repeat for second sandwich.
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Place assembled sandwiches back into the pan over medium heat. Toast for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula as you cook, until the bread is deeply golden and crisp and the cheese has fully melted.
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Remove from pan, let rest briefly, then cut in half and serve hot. Complement with pickled cucumbers, coleslaw, or French fries as desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For enhanced juiciness, use beef containing 15–20% fat. Resting the finished sandwich briefly before slicing helps ingredients settle and preserves a clean cheese melt.
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Longer, lower heat caramelizing develops deeper onion sweetness. Use cheese varieties with excellent melting properties such as Cheddar, Mozzarella, or Gouda.