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Reuben Sandwich

A classic, high-protein deli-style sandwich featuring tender corned beef, melted Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut on grilled rye bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American Deli
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp butter or margarine
  • 6 slices rye bread
  • 3 Tbsp thousand island dressing
  • 0.5 lb corned beef
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 0.75 cup sauerkraut well drained

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • spatula
  • Fine-mesh sieve (optional)

Method
 

  1. Butter one side of each bread slice. Spread 1/2 Tbsp dressing on the unbuttered side of each slice.
  2. In a skillet, heat 1 tsp olive oil. Briefly warm corned beef and 2 slices of cheese until heated through; remove and set aside.
  3. Place one slice of bread butter-side down in the pan. Top with sauerkraut, then the warmed beef and cheese.
  4. Top with a second slice of bread, buttered side facing up.
  5. Grill over medium-high heat until the bottom is golden brown, then flip.
  6. Cook until cheese is melted and both sides are toasted. Repeat for remaining sandwiches.

Notes

Squeeze as much moisture as possible out of the sauerkraut to prevent soggy bread. Warming the beef and cheese separately first ensures the middle of the sandwich is hot without burning the bread. Store components separately for the best leftovers.