Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChicago SpeakeasyReuben Sandwich Recipe

Reuben Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Chicago Speakeasy
Time20m
Serves2

Thinly sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing on grilled marbled rye.

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Ingredients

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Reuben Sandwich Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all ingredients and slice the marbled rye bread if not pre-sliced.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Spread 1 tablespoon of thousand island dressing on each slice of bread. On two slices, layer corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese. Top with the remaining slices of bread, dressing side down.

  3. 3

    Grill the Sandwich

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the assembled sandwich and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown.

  4. 4

    Flip and Finish

    Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet, carefully flip the sandwich, and grill the other side for another 4-5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove from skillet, slice in half, and serve warm with extra thousand island dressing on the side.

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