Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt
A hearty and comforting sandwich featuring ground beef, sharp cheddar, and mozzarella, griddled between buttered bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth (or water plus a pinch of bouillon)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices sourdough or white bread
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink.
- Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and soft, about 3–4 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper. Add the Worcestershire sauce and pour in the beef broth. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated and the mixture is glossy, about 4–5 minutes.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread evenly.
- Preheat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place two slices of bread, butter side down, on the skillet. Sprinkle a layer of cheddar on each slice.
- Spoon half the beef mixture over the cheddar. Top with mozzarella.
- Place the remaining bread slices on top, butter side up.
- Grill each sandwich 3–4 minutes per side until the bread is golden and the cheese has melted, pressing gently with a spatula.
- Remove sandwiches, let rest 1 minute, then slice and serve. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For a leaner option, use 90/10 ground beef, adding olive oil if needed. Dairy-free? Use plant-based cheese and vegan butter.