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Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt

Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt for a Cozy Dinner Night

Indulge in the Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt, a heartwarming sandwich filled with juicy ground beef and melting cheese—perfect for a cozy dinner night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef use lean for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper omit for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or use finely chopped onions
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese substitute with favorite melting cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provolone or Monterey Jack can be used
For the Bread
  • 4 slices Thick-Cut Bread sourdough or Texas toast recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Butter softened for easy spreading
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley omit if desired

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook for 7-9 minutes, breaking it apart until evenly browned and no longer pink.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and season the beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Butter one side of each slice of thick-cut bread, ensuring the entire surface is coated.
  4. Layer one slice of bread buttered-side down with shredded cheddar cheese, seasoned ground beef, and shredded mozzarella on top. Cover with another slice of bread, buttered-side up.
  5. Toast the assembled sandwich on medium heat for 3-4 minutes, pressing down gently until golden brown. Flip to toast the other side.
  6. Continue cooking the second side for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cheese has melted. Allow to rest for a minute before slicing.
  7. Slice the sandwich in half to reveal the melted cheese and flavorful beef. Serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Using freshly grated cheese ensures optimal melt and flavor. Keep sandwiches from getting soggy by draining the beef filling well.

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