How to Make a classic Reuben sandwich
The Reuben sandwich is a classic American dish that features a delicious combination of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and thousand island dressing (or Russian dressing) on rye bread. It is a perfect sandwich for lunch, dinner, or even a snack. Perfect to make when you got some left-over corned beef after St. Patrick's Day!
Ingredients
- 4 tsp unsalted butter, softened (adjust amount to taste)
- 4 slices of rye bread
- 4 tbsp Thousand Island dressing, (adjust the amount to taste)
- 4 slices of Swiss cheese
- 1/2 pound cooked corned beef, sliced
- 4 tbsp sauerkraut, drained (adjust amount to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
- Spread butter evenly over one side of each slice of rye bread (about 1 tsp each or to taste).
- Spread 1 tablespoon of thousand island dressing on the unbuttered side of each slice of bread.
- On 2 slices of bread, add a slice of Swiss cheese, followed by a generous helping of corned beef, and sauerkraut. Top each sandwich with another slice of Swiss cheese and a slice of bread with the buttered side facing up.
- Place the sandwiches onto the preheated skillet or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
- Remove the sandwiches from the skillet or griddle and let them rest for a few minutes before cutting them in half. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
TIPS & TRICKS
If you prefer a lighter version of this sandwich, you can use turkey instead of corned beef.
For a crispy sandwich, you can also use a panini press instead of a skillet or griddle.
If you like your Reuben sandwich extra saucy, you can add more thousand island dressing or even a side of Russian dressing for dipping.
For a crispy sandwich, you can also use a panini press instead of a skillet or griddle.
If you like your Reuben sandwich extra saucy, you can add more thousand island dressing or even a side of Russian dressing for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 199kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 504mgPotassium: 87mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 323IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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