Classic Reuben Sandwich Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
667 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Classic Reuben Sandwich Recipe
Description
This recipe begins by buttering one side of each slice of rye bread and spreading Russian or Thousand Island dressing on the other side. Four slices are topped with a quarter-pound portion of sliced corned beef, a quarter-cup of well-drained sauerkraut to avoid sogginess, and two slices of Swiss cheese before being topped with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side out.
The sandwiches cook in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until the outside is golden brown and crispy and the cheese inside has fully melted. If multiple sandwiches are prepared, finished ones can be kept warm in a low oven while others cook.
The Classic Reuben is a hearty sandwich known for its combination of savory cured meat, tangy fermented cabbage, creamy dressing, and melted Swiss cheese, all encased in toasted rye bread, which adds a pleasant texture contrast.
Ingredients
- 8 lices rye bread quality
- 1/2 cup Russian dressing click link for recipe, homemade
- Thousand Island dressing Russian is spicy, Thousand Island is sweeter), click link for recipe, homemade
- 1 pound corned beef sliced
- 1 cup sauerkraut , very thoroughly drained to prevent sandwiches from getting mushy
- 8 lices swiss cheese
- 4 tablespoons butter at room temperature, unsalted
Instructions
- Spread one side of each slice of bread with 1/2 tablespoon of butter. On the other side, spread one tablespoon of Russian or Thousand Island dressing (do this for every slice of bread). Top four of the slices of bread each with 1/4 pound corned beef, 1/4 cup of sauerkraut, and 2 slices of Swiss cheese. Top each sandwich with the other slice of bread, buttered sides facing out. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the sandwiches over and cook the other side until golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted. If you're unable to fit all the sandwiches in the skillet, keep the finished ones in a warmed oven. Serve immediately while the sandwiches are warm and crispy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 667 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 667kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 131mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 1687mg | 70% |
| Potassium | 228mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 709IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 409mg | 41% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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