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Chopped Cheese Sandwich

Chopped Cheese Sandwich
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The Chopped Cheese Sandwich is a hearty and flavorful New York street food classic featuring seasoned ground beef cooked with onions, topped with melted American cheese, and layered with fresh lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and ketchup inside a soft hero roll. This sandwich offers bold, savory flavors and satisfying textures, perfect for a quick and comforting meal any time of day.

Ingredients

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Meat and Cheese

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4 slices American cheese

Bread

  • 2 hero rolls or hoagie buns

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh lettuce, shredded
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced

Condiments and Seasonings

  • Mayonnaise, to taste
  • Ketchup, to taste
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Garlic powder, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ground Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and cook, breaking it up with a spatula until fully browned and no longer pink.
  2. Sauté the Onions: Stir in the chopped onions and continue cooking until they become translucent and slightly caramelized, releasing sweet, savory aromas.
  3. Add the Cheese: Reduce heat to low and layer slices of American cheese over the cooked beef mixture, allowing it to melt thoroughly and bind the ingredients together.
  4. Toast the Bread: While the cheese melts, slice your hero rolls and toast them lightly to add crunch and prevent sogginess.
  5. Assemble the Sandwich: Fill each toasted roll generously with the cheesy meat mixture, then top with fresh lettuce, tomato slices, mayonnaise, and ketchup for a classic finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh, soft hero rolls to perfectly complement the rich filling.
  • Do not overcook the beef to keep it juicy; brown just enough to lock in the flavors.
  • Layer cheese early while the beef is hot for smooth melting.
  • Add lettuce and tomatoes just before serving to keep them crisp and fresh.
  • Season the beef mixture generously to enhance flavor.

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Keywords: Chopped Cheese Sandwich, New York street food, ground beef sandwich, American cheese sandwich, hoagie, hero roll, comfort food

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