Reuben Sandwich

A Reuben sandwich is one of my family's fix-it-quick favorites. They are really delicious and easy to make. I like to serve them with big bowls of steaming vegetable soup and dill pickles on the side.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course lunch/dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Calories 434.5 kcal

Equipment

1 Large Griddle or Skillet Cast iron is ideal for even heat and a crisp crust.
1 Spatula For flipping sandwiches.
1 Butter Knife or Spreader For dressing and butter.
1 Cutting Board For serving and potential prep.

Ingredients

Main

8 slices rye bread
½ cup Thousand Island dressing
8 slices Swiss cheese
8 slices deli sliced corned beef
1 cup sauerkraut drained
2 tablespoons butter softened

Instructions

Gather all ingredients and preheat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Spread one side of bread slices evenly with Thousand Island dressing. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
On four bread slices, layer one slice Swiss cheese, 2 slices corned beef, 1/4 cup sauerkraut, and a second slice of Swiss cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, dressing-side down. Butter the top of each sandwich. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Place sandwiches, butter-side down on the preheated griddle; butter the top of each sandwich with remaining butter. Grill until both sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
Serve hot. Enjoy! Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

Achieving the perfect Reuben hinges on the balance of texture and temperature. Ensure your griddle is preheated to a medium-low heat to allow the buttered rye bread to toast to a deep golden brown without burning, while simultaneously melting the Swiss cheese thoroughly. Pressing the sandwiches gently with a spatula during grilling helps compress the layers and encourages better browning and cheese melt. For an elevated flavor, consider using high-quality deli corned beef and a good artisanal rye bread. Draining the sauerkraut well is crucial to prevent the bread from becoming soggy. Serve immediately for optimal warmth and crispness.