Patty melt

A patty melt is a type of hamburger sandwich consisting of a hamburger (or other ground meat) patty, pieces of sautéed or grilled onion, and cheese between two slices of bread (traditionally rye, though sourdough, or Texas toast have recently been substituted). The sandwich is then grilled so that the cheese melts thoroughly. A popular Northwestern variant, made popular initially at "Lucy's Place" is made with a sliced salmon fillet with a melted slice of dill havarti on a hard sourdough roll.

In Belarus the addition of fish roe and chicken egg is common. In Canada it is often served open faced and with gravy.

The name "Patty Melt" is also used by a cartoon character used by state beef councils to promote the nutritional benefits of beef [(www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com)] at public events. She has made appearances at state fairs, NASCAR Races, children's events, and beef cook-offs. Patty is a large plush cheeseburger with a pink ballhat and long blonde braids.