The Reuben Recipe
Shaved corn beef, Swiss Cheese, & kraut on marbled rye
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Condiments
Butter
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Sauerkraut
Drain the sauerkraut in a fine-mesh strainer to remove excess liquid. Rinse briefly under cold water and set aside.
- 2
Assemble the Ingredients
Lay out the marbled rye bread slices on a clean surface. Spread 1 tablespoon of Russian dressing on two of the slices.
Cooking
- 3
Layer the Sandwich
On the two slices of bread with dressing, layer the shaved corned beef evenly, followed by the sauerkraut, and then top with Swiss cheese. Finally, place the remaining slices of bread on top to complete the sandwich.
- 4
Grill the Sandwich
Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, place the sandwich in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
- 5
Flip and Cook the Other Side
Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Carefully flip the sandwich using a spatula and cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
Serving
- 6
Slice and Serve
Once cooked, remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it sit for a minute. Slice in half and serve warm with additional Russian dressing on the side, if desired.
