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Garlic Butter Steak and Swiss Melt Sandwich

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This hearty sandwich features juicy steak, rich garlic butter, and gooey Swiss cheese layered between crispy bread. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a comforting, crave-worthy meal perfect for busy weeknights or a special treat.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz ribeye or sirloin steak, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced or grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 tsp dried parsley)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 slices sturdy sandwich bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or artisan white)
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese (or Gruyère)
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup sautéed mushrooms (optional)
  • Handful of baby spinach or arugula (optional)
  • Hot sauce or Dijon mustard (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt to a small bowl. Mash together until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Thinly slice steak against the grain and pat dry. Season with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and golden. Remove and set aside.
  4. Increase heat to high. Add steak in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned and just cooked through. Remove from pan and cover loosely with foil.
  5. Spread garlic butter generously on one side of each bread slice.
  6. Layer cooked steak, sautéed onions (if using), and Swiss cheese between two bread slices, butter sides out. Add mushrooms or spinach if desired.
  7. Heat skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in pan, pressing down with spatula. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until bread is crispy and cheese is melted. Cover pan for 1 minute if cheese isn’t melting.
  8. Slice sandwiches in half, let cool for 1 minute, and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use ribeye steak for tenderness and sourdough bread for crunch. Don’t overcook the steak—thin slices and high heat keep it juicy. Swiss cheese melts beautifully, but provolone or mozzarella are good substitutes. For gluten-free, use GF bread. Keep finished sandwiches warm in a low oven if making a batch. Customize with mushrooms, spinach, or hot sauce for extra flavor.

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Keywords: steak sandwich, garlic butter, Swiss melt, quick dinner, comfort food, easy sandwich, weeknight meal, skillet recipe

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