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Reuben sandwich with melted Swiss cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut and Russian dressing on grilled rye bread showing cross-section view with golden crispy exterior and gooey cheese interior

Classic Reuben Sandwich

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Aliana Recipes
Tangy sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese, and tender corned beef layered between crispy rye bread. My husband says the aroma alone brings neighbors to the door for this deli classic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings:4 people
Course:Dinner
Cuisine:American
Calories:650kcal
Cost:$15
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 slices rye or sourdough bread Firm bread holds up best
  • 1 pound sliced corned beef Thinly sliced
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese Mild and nutty flavor
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained Squeeze out excess liquid
  • ½ cup Russian dressing Or Thousand Island
  • 4 tablespoons butter, softened For grilling the bread

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet For grilling sandwiches
  • 1 Spatula For flipping
  • 1 Knife For spreading butter

Method
 

  1. Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice to create a rich, golden crust.
  2. Flip the bread and spread Russian dressing generously on the unbuttered sides to add tangy flavor.
  3. Layer Swiss cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut, and more cheese on four slices to build the sandwich.
  4. Top with the remaining bread slices ensuring the buttered sides face outward for grilling.
  5. Grill in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 280gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 1850mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Press down gently with a spatula while grilling to help the ingredients stick together without squeezing out the filling.