Get ready to elevate your burger game with these mouthwatering Garlic Bread Burger Melts. Imagine juicy beef patties sandwiched between crispy, buttery garlic bread, all topped with melted cheese. This delicious twist on a classic burger is perfect for a quick, flavorful meal that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re cooking for family, friends, or just treating yourself, these burger melts will leave everyone craving more.
🛒 Ingredients
For 4 servings:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 slices of thick bread (Italian or French work well)
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 slices of cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, lettuce, pickles, or your favorite burger toppings
👩🍳 Directions
1️⃣ Prepare the Burger Patties:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty.
- Heat a skillet or grill over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Once cooked, set the patties aside.
2️⃣ Prepare the Garlic Bread:
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well blended.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
3️⃣ Assemble the Burger Melts:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place 4 slices of the prepared bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet.
- Place a slice of cheese on top of each bread slice.
- Add a cooked burger patty on top of the cheese.
- If you’re adding any optional toppings like sliced tomatoes or pickles, place them on top of the patties now.
- Top each burger with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
4️⃣ Cook the Burger Melts:
- Cook the assembled burger melts for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is fully melted. Keep an eye on the heat to avoid burning the bread.
5️⃣ Serve:
- Once the burger melts are perfectly crispy and the cheese is gooey, remove them from the skillet.
- Serve hot and enjoy these deliciously cheesy, garlicky burger melts right away!
🍔 Tips for the Perfect Garlic Bread Burger Melts
- Bread Choice: Choose thick slices of Italian or French bread for the best texture. The bread should be sturdy enough to hold the burger but still soft enough to absorb the garlic butter.
- Cheese Selection: Cheddar and mozzarella work great, but feel free to experiment with other types of cheese like provolone or pepper jack for added flavor.
- Cook to Perfection: Keep the heat at medium to ensure the garlic bread gets crispy without burning while the cheese melts perfectly.
These Garlic Bread Burger Melts are the ultimate comfort food, combining the best of burgers and garlic bread in one irresistible dish. Serve them up with a side of fries or a fresh salad, and you’ve got a meal that’s sure to become a new favorite. Enjoy every cheesy, garlicky bite!