Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNathan Bill's Bar & RestaurantCorned Beef Reuben Recipe

Corned Beef Reuben Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

House-made corned beef, Swiss cheese, Thousand island dressing & sauerkraut, served on fresh grilled rye bread.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Cheese

Condiments

Bread

Butter

Method

Preparation of Ingredients

  1. 1

    Prepare the Corned Beef

    Slice the house-made corned beef into thin slices, ensuring they are uniform for even heating.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sauerkraut

    Drain the sauerkraut thoroughly to remove excess liquid. You may want to rinse it under cold water and squeeze out any remaining moisture.

Assemble the Sandwich

  1. 3

    Layer the Ingredients

    On two slices of rye bread, spread a generous amount of Thousand Island dressing. Layer with sliced corned beef, followed by sauerkraut, and top with Swiss cheese.

  2. 4

    Close the Sandwich

    Place the remaining slices of rye bread on top of the assembled layers.

Grilling the Sandwich

  1. 5

    Heat the Pan

    In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.

  2. 6

    Grill the Sandwich

    Carefully place the sandwiches in the skillet. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on one side, or until golden brown.

  3. 7

    Flip and Continue Grilling

    Spread the remaining tablespoon of butter on the top slice of bread, then flip the sandwich and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.

Serving

  1. 8

    Slice and Serve

    Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice them in half diagonally, and serve warm with additional Thousand Island dressing on the side if desired.

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