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 For even heat distribution and grilling multiple sandwiches.
1 Spatula Essential for flipping sandwiches safely and effectively.
1 Spreading Knife or Butter Knife For applying dressing and softened butter evenly.

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 balancing textures and temperatures. Ensure your griddle is at a consistent medium heat; too high, and the bread will burn before the cheese melts and the corned beef warms through. Pressing the sandwiches gently with a weight (like another pan) during grilling can improve crust contact and help achieve a beautiful, even golden-brown crust. Thoroughly drain the sauerkraut to prevent a soggy sandwich. Consider lightly toasting the rye bread before assembly for added structural integrity and a subtle crispness that complements the rich fillings. For an elevated flavor, use high-quality deli corned beef and a good artisanal rye bread.