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chopped cheese sandwich

Making a real chopped cheese sandwich needs care and love. This detailed recipe card will help you make a New York bodega favorite at home.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 2 soft hero rolls
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Lettuce and tomato optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Sharp chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your skillet to medium-high heat
  2. Season ground beef with salt and pepper
  3. Cook beef until slightly browned
  4. Add diced onions and continue cooking
  5. Chop meat mixture while cooking
  6. Top with cheese and let it melt
  7. Toast hero rolls lightly
  8. Transfer chopped meat to rolls
  9. Preparing the Meat Mixture