Description
Chopped cheese sandwiches deliver New York bodega magic between toasted bread slices. Melted cheese, seasoned ground beef, and crisp vegetables create a street-smart sandwich beckoning hungry souls to savor urban culinary culture.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef (80/20)
Fresh Produce:
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
Sandwich Components and Condiments:
- 2 hero rolls or hoagie buns
- 4 slices American cheese
- 2 tablespoons (2 tbsp) mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons (2 tbsp) ketchup
- 1 tablespoon (1 tbsp) vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatic base by gently sautéing diced onions in a hot skillet until they transform into a translucent, golden-edged delicacy, releasing their sweet fragrance throughout the cooking space.
- Introduce ground beef into the skillet, generously seasoning with salt and pepper. Methodically break down the meat using a sturdy spatula, ensuring each morsel browns evenly and cooks to perfection.
- Strategically arrange the cooked beef into two symmetrical portions, then drape American cheese slices atop each mound, allowing the cheese to melt luxuriously and integrate with the meat.
- Simultaneously, activate a dry skillet or broiler to toast hero rolls, creating a crisp exterior that will cradle the savory filling.
- Craft the sandwich foundation by spreading a layer of creamy mayonnaise and tangy ketchup across the toasted rolls, establishing a flavor-rich base.
- Transfer the molten cheese-infused beef onto the prepared rolls, creating a hearty centerpiece.
- Crown the sandwich with crisp, shredded lettuce and vibrant tomato slices, adding fresh texture and visual appeal.
- Slice the sandwich diagonally, releasing the aromatic steam and revealing the melted, cheesy interior, then serve immediately to capture the ultimate gustatory experience.
Notes
- Customize your cheese selection by experimenting with different melting cheeses like provolone or cheddar for unique flavor profiles.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium seasonings and reducing added salt when preparing ground beef.
- Elevate vegetable freshness by using crisp, cold lettuce and ripe tomatoes to contrast the hot, melted meat mixture.
- Consider preparing caramelized onions longer for deeper, sweeter flavor complexity if you enjoy richer taste dimensions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 825
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1300 mg
- Fat: 47 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg