Jul 14 2026

Reuben Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

Rye bread, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, Swiss & Pastrami

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Ingredients

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Bread

Filling

Dressing

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the ingredients

    Gather all your ingredients: rye bread, pastrami, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing.

Assembling the Sandwich

  1. 2

    Layer the fillings

    On two slices of rye bread, spread 2 tablespoons of Russian dressing on each slice. Layer 4 ounces of pastrami on top of the Russian dressing on each slice.

  2. 3

    Add Cheese and Sauerkraut

    Place 2 slices of Swiss cheese on top of the pastrami, then add ½ cup of sauerkraut evenly over the cheese on each sandwich.

  3. 4

    Top the Sandwich

    Spread 2 tablespoons of Russian dressing on the remaining two slices of rye bread and place them on top of the sauerkraut to complete the sandwiches.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Grill the Sandwich

    Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches on the skillet, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, cut in half if desired, and serve immediately while hot.

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