Classic Reuben Sandwich (Print Version)

Savory corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing grilled on rye bread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread & Cheese

01 - 4 slices rye bread
02 - 4 slices Swiss cheese

→ Meat

03 - 7 oz corned beef, thinly sliced

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 cup sauerkraut, well drained

→ Dressing

05 - 4 tbsp Russian dressing

→ For Grilling

06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

# How-To Steps:

01 - Lay out the rye bread slices on a work surface. Spread 1 tablespoon of Russian dressing on one side of each slice.
02 - On two of the slices, place a slice of Swiss cheese, followed by half the corned beef, half the sauerkraut, and another slice of Swiss cheese.
03 - Top each with the remaining bread slices, dressing side down, to form two sandwiches.
04 - Spread softened butter evenly on the outside of each sandwich, covering both top and bottom surfaces.
05 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice in half and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The way Swiss cheese gets extra gooey while the bread crisps to golden perfection makes every bite feel like a treat from your favorite deli counter
  • That tangy Russian dressing cuts through the rich corned beef so nothing feels too heavy or overwhelming
02 -
  • Draining your sauerkraut thoroughly is the difference between a perfect sandwich and a sad soggy one
  • Pressing gently while cooking helps everything meld together but do not squash it flat
03 -
  • A cast iron skillet gives the best most even browning but any heavy pan will work beautifully
  • If your corned beef is thick slice it in half so it warms through completely
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