Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBroadway DinerReuben Recipe

Reuben Recipe

Inspired by Broadway Diner
Time30m
Serves2

Corned beef brisket, sauerkraut, 1000 isle dressing and Swiss cheese on grilled marble rye.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Prepare the Dressing

  1. 1

    Make the Thousand Island Dressing

    In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.

Assemble the Reuben

  1. 2

    Layer the Ingredients

    Take two slices of marble rye bread and spread a generous amount of the Thousand Island dressing on one side of each slice. Layer the corned beef brisket evenly over the dressing on one slice.

  2. 3

    Add Sauerkraut and Cheese

    Top the corned beef with the sauerkraut and then layer the Swiss cheese on top of the sauerkraut.

  3. 4

    Complete the Sandwich

    Place the other slice of bread on top, dressing side down, creating a sandwich.

Grill the Reuben

  1. 5

    Prepare for Grilling

    Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a little butter or oil to coat the pan.

  2. 6

    Grill the Sandwich

    Place the assembled sandwich in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, until golden brown and the cheese starts to melt.

  3. 7

    Flip and Finish Cooking

    Carefully flip the sandwich and cook for another 4-5 minutes on the other side until it is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

Serve

  1. 8

    Slice and Enjoy

    Remove the sandwich from the skillet, slice in half, and serve immediately with extra Thousand Island dressing on the side, if desired.

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