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Rhode Island

Ocean State Patty Melt

Tiny-state diner charm with buttery griddle flavor.

Rhode Island's burger takes a patty-melt turn with Swiss cheese, onions, and a griddled roll, fitting neatly into the state's compact, diner-loving food culture.

Cook time: 17 minDifficulty: 1/5

Build

Ingredients

  • 1 griddled roll
  • 1/3 lb beef patty
  • 1 slice swiss cheese
  • 2 tbsp griddled onions
  • 1 tomato slice
  • 1 tsp mayo
  • 1 leaf lettuce

Method

Steps

  1. Butter and griddle the roll until golden.
  2. Cook the patty and melt swiss cheese over it.
  3. Spread mayo on the roll.
  4. Layer lettuce, tomato, burger, and onions.
  5. Close and serve warm.

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dinercoastalgriddled