Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to create this delightful dish:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices of your favorite bread (sourdough or whole grain work great)
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Feel free to substitute ground turkey for a leaner option or add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick, much like I might when I’m feeling adventurous in the kitchen.
Instructions
Creating this dish is as easy as pie. Here’s how you do it:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Season the beef with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to combine and let cook for another 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef, and cover the skillet. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
- While the cheese is melting, butter one side of each bread slice.
- Preheat another skillet over medium heat. Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet.
- Layer the cheesy beef mixture evenly over the bread slices in the skillet, then top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
- Toast each side until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from the skillet, slice, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Remember, patience is key! Allowing the cheese to melt thoroughly is what turns this dish into a true melt. Just like those Sunday roasts, it’s worth the wait.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International