Reuben Sandwich
Indulge in the classic Reuben Sandwich, a hearty delight that brings together crispy marbled rye bread, tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and gooey Swiss cheese. Perfect for game days or cozy afternoons, this sandwich delivers a satisfying flavor experience that’s easy to replicate at home with just a few quality ingredients and simple steps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices marbled rye bread
- 4 oz thinly sliced corned beef
- ¼ cup drained sauerkraut
- 2 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 tbsp Russian or Thousand Island dressing
- 1 tbsp softened butter
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for seamless assembly.
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of rye bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese. Top with another slice of bread (buttered side facing out).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich until golden brown on one side (about 4-5 minutes). Flip and grill the other side.
- Cover with a lid for 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Cut in half diagonally and serve hot with dressing on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1400mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For an extra crunch, toast the bread before grilling. Try turkey instead of corned beef for a lighter 'Rachel' sandwich variation. Add spicy mustard or jalapeños for an extra kick.