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The Amazing Classic Reuben Sandwich

Classic Reuben Sandwich Recipe

Servings: 2 sandwichesPrep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 10 minutesTotal Time: 20 minutes
Few sandwiches can claim a legacy as flavorful and intriguing as The Amazing Classic Reuben Sandwich. With its layers of savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, melty Swiss cheese, creamy Russian dressing, and crispy rye bread, the Reuben is a staple of American deli cuisine.
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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 4 slices of rye bread preferably marble or seeded rye
  • 4 tablespoons of butter softened
  • 4 slices of Swiss cheese
  • 8 ounces of sliced corned beef warm or cold, depending on preference
  • 1 cup of sauerkraut drained and patted dry
  • 4 tablespoons of Russian dressing or Thousand Island dressing
  • Tip: Use high-quality deli corned beef and drain your sauerkraut well to avoid a soggy sandwich.

Instructions
 

  • Instructions:
  • Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. These will be the outer sides that crisp up in the pan.
  • Assemble the sandwiches:
  • Place two slices of bread butter-side down.
  • Spread 1 tablespoon of Russian dressing on each slice.
  • Add 1 slice of Swiss cheese to each.
  • Pile on 4 ounces of corned beef per sandwich.
  • Top with about ½ cup of sauerkraut.
  • Add another slice of Swiss cheese on top.
  • Spread another tablespoon of dressing on the top slice of bread (non-buttered side), then close the sandwich with the remaining bread, buttered side up.
  • Grill the sandwiches in the skillet for about 4–5 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula or sandwich press. Cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted.
  • Remove and let rest for a minute before slicing each sandwich in half.