Introduction: The History of Steak 'n Shake's Frisco Melt
Discover the story behind one of the most popular menu items at Steak 'n Shake - the Frisco Melt. Since its introduction in the 1990s, this delicious burger has been a favorite for many. Learn how to bring this iconic taste to your kitchen.
Ingredients for the Perfect Homemade Frisco Melt
- Thousand Island Dressing: ½ cup
- French Dressing: ¼ cup
- Ketchup: ¼ cup
- Worcestershire Sauce: ⅛ teaspoon
- Ground Round: 9.5 ounces
- Ground Sirloin: 4 ounces
- Ground T-bone Steak: 2 ounces
- Margarine: 2 tablespoons
- Sourdough Bread: 4 slices
- American Cheese: 2 slices
- Swiss Cheese: 2 slices
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Mix thousand island dressing, French dressing, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Meat Preparation: Combine the ground meats and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
- Forming Patties: Shape the meat into four 3-ounce patties, resembling hockey pucks.
- Grilling the Bread: Spread margarine on sourdough bread and grill on the Arteflame cooktop until brown and crispy
- Grilling the Patties: Grill the beef patties on Arteflame cooktop using the smash technique for authentic texture.
- Assembling the Melt: Layer the grilled patties with cheeses on the grilled bread, then apply a generous amount of Frisco sauce.
- Double them up for maximum effect!
Tips for Achieving that Steak 'n Shake Flavor
- Use fresh lean ground beef for the best results.
- Add a pinch of salt to taste to bring out flavors.
- Don't be shy with the Frisco sauce; it's key to the melt's signature taste.
- Melt the cheese on top of the grilling patties for best flavor.
Nutritional Information and Serving Suggestions
- Calories per Serving: 286
- Total Fat: 16.0 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8 g
- Cholesterol: 30.4 mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.7 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.0 g
- Sugars: 4.2 g
- Sodium: 453.3 mg
- Protein: 11.8 g
Enjoy your homemade Frisco Melt with your favorite sides for a complete Steak 'n Shake experience at home!
