Classic Reuben On Rye Recipe
Thin pastrami or smoked turkey, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese, on toasted rye with house-made 1000 Island dressing
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
1000 Island Dressing
Method
Preparation of 1000 Island Dressing
- 1
Mix the Dressing
In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
Assembling the Reuben
- 2
Prepare the Bread
Take the 4 slices of rye bread and lay them out on a clean surface.
- 3
Layer the Ingredients
On 2 of the slices, spread a generous amount of the 1000 Island dressing. Layer the pastrami or smoked turkey evenly on top, followed by the sauerkraut and Swiss cheese.
- 4
Top the Sandwich
Place the remaining 2 slices of rye bread on top of the cheese to complete the sandwich.
Grilling the Sandwich
- 5
- 6
Serving
- 7
Slice and Serve
Once grilled, remove the sandwiches from the skillet. Cut them in half diagonally and serve hot with additional 1000 Island dressing on the side for dipping.
