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Meatloaf Patty Melts

Irresistible Meatloaf Patty Melts for Cozy Family Dinners

Enjoy these Meatloaf Patty Melts, a delightful combination of classic meatloaf and gooey cheese on toasted buns, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatloaf Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Aim for 90% lean
  • 1 cup Saltine Crackers Crushed, can substitute with breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg Binder for meatloaf
  • 1 medium Onion (minced) Any onion variety
  • 1/4 cup Milk Dairy-free alternatives can be used
  • 4 tablespoons Ketchup Adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Can substitute with soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Essential seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Essential seasoning
Assembly
  • 4 pieces Sub Rolls Quality rolls preferred
Topping
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded, can substitute with mozzarella

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Split sub rolls lengthwise and arrange cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  3. Combine ground beef, crushed saltines, egg, onion, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, garlic powder, and salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Spread meatloaf mixture over cut sides of each roll and drizzle some ketchup on top.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over each patty melt and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unbaked melts for up to 2 months.

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