Description
Ready to meet your new favorite comfort sandwich? The Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt is everything you love about a cozy, indulgent meal. Think melty cheddar cheese wrapping around savory ground beef, all hugged between slices of golden, buttery toasted bread. It’s the kind of quick lunch or easy dinner idea that satisfies both cravings and crowds.
With pantry staples and simple prep, this hearty melt turns out juicy, cheesy, and irresistible every single time. If you’re on the hunt for easy recipes, dinner ideas, or food ideas to make your day easier and more delicious, this is it.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or slices)
4 slices of white sandwich bread
2 tbsp butter, softened
Optional: sliced tomatoes or pickles for layering
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- On a skillet, place 2 slices butter-side-down and top with cheese.
- Spoon beef mixture over cheese, add optional tomatoes or pickles.
- Top with more cheese and remaining bread slices, butter-side-up.
- Grill until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer