Chopped Cheese Sandwich Classic (Print Version)
Savor a warm sandwich with juicy chopped beef, melted cheese, lettuce, tomato, and tangy condiments.
# Ingredients:
→ Beef and Seasonings
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1 pound ground beef
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Vegetables
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1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
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1 cup iceberg lettuce, shredded
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1 medium tomato, diced
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1/2 cup sliced pickles (optional)
→ Cheese and Bread
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4 slices American cheese or cheese of choice
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4 sub rolls or sandwich buns, split
→ Condiments
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1/4 cup ketchup
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
# Steps:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
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Add ground beef to the skillet, season with kosher salt and pepper, and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
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Stir in finely chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, approximately 2–3 minutes.
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Arrange American cheese slices over the beef mixture, allow them to melt, then gently stir to incorporate the cheese thoroughly with the meat.
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Divide the cheesy beef mixture evenly among the split sub rolls or sandwich buns.
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Top each sandwich with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and pickles if desired.
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Drizzle ketchup and/or mayonnaise over the filling to taste.
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Close each sandwich and serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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For optimal flavor, use freshly griddled sub rolls and melt the cheese thoroughly before serving.