Description
A New York bodega classic made at home, this chopped cheese recipe features juicy ground beef, melted American cheese, fresh lettuce, and tomato packed inside a toasted hero roll for the ultimate comfort sandwich.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 for juiciness)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 hero rolls
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 large tomato, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and add oil.
- Combine Ingredients: Sauté onions until golden, then add ground beef. Season with salt and pepper and cook until browned.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Push beef aside and place cheese slices on top, allowing them to melt.
- Assemble the Dish: Chop beef and cheese together with a spatula until gooey and combined.
- Cook to Perfection: Toast hero rolls lightly on the skillet until golden.
- Finishing Touches: Spread mayonnaise and ketchup inside each roll, then fill with beef and cheese mixture.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top with lettuce and tomato, close the roll, and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use bakery-fresh hero rolls for best texture.
- Add hot sauce or jalapeños for a spicy twist.
- Cook the beef mixture ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve.
- Freeze leftover filling for up to a month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chopped cheese, New York sandwich, bodega chopped cheese, ground beef sandwich, easy sandwich recipe