Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt
A comforting dish featuring ground beef, gooey cheese, and crispy bread, perfect for a quick dinner or weekend treat.
Ingredients
For the Beef Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup beef broth
For the Sandwich
- 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)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Add Worcestershire sauce and beef broth. Let it simmer until the liquid reduces.
Grilling
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place two slices of bread, butter side down, on the skillet.
- Add cheddar cheese, the beef mixture, and mozzarella cheese on top.
- Place the remaining slices of bread on top, butter side up.
- Grill each side for 3–4 minutes until golden and the cheese melts. Flip carefully.
- Slice and serve warm. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Serve warm with a side salad or fries. Best enjoyed with marinara or ranch dressing.