Classic Reuben Recipe
Make Classic Reuben Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Bread
Meat
Cheese
Sauerkraut
Dressing
Butter
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients: rye bread, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and butter.
- 2
Butter the Bread
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of rye bread.
Assembly
- 3
Assemble the Sandwich
On the unbuttered side of four slices of rye bread, layer the following: 1/4 pound of corned beef, 2 slices of Swiss cheese, 1/4 cup of sauerkraut, and 1/4 cup of Thousand Island dressing.
- 4
Top with Bread
Place the remaining four slices of rye bread on top, buttered side facing out.
Cooking
- 5
- 6
Flip and Cook
Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese is melted.
Serving
- 7
Slice and Serve
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice in half, and serve hot with additional Thousand Island dressing on the side if desired.