Description

The Ultimate Cheesy Ground Beef Melt is a delicious and hearty sandwich featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and golden, buttery toasted bread. This comfort food classic combines savory flavors with a crispy, cheesy texture that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat and Seasoning

1 pound ground beef
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder

Cheese

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Bread and Butter

4 slices thick-cut bread
2 tablespoons butter (softened)

Optional Garnish

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until fully browned, about 7 to 9 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Season the Beef: Reduce heat to medium. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well to combine all the flavors and cook for another minute to allow the seasonings to blend.
Prepare the Bread: While the beef is finishing, spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread to ensure a crispy, golden exterior when toasted.
Assemble the Sandwich: On a clean surface, place one slice of bread buttered-side down. Layer evenly with shredded cheddar cheese, then the cooked and seasoned ground beef, followed by shredded mozzarella cheese. Top with the second slice of bread, buttered-side up.
Toast the Sandwich: Heat a clean skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is completely melted inside.
Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it rest for a minute to allow the cheese to set slightly. Slice in half and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Use thick-cut bread for the best texture and structure to hold the fillings.
You can substitute cheddar and mozzarella with your favorite melting cheeses like Monterey Jack or provolone.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños to the beef.
Butter the bread evenly to get a uniform golden crust while toasting.
Make sure to drain excess fat from the beef to avoid a greasy sandwich.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Sandwich
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cheesy ground beef sandwich, grilled cheese with beef, comfort food sandwich, melted cheese sandwich, easy beef melt