Housemade Corned Beef Reuben Recipe
sauerkraut, baby swiss, 1000 island dressing, light rye bread
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Corned Beef
If using pre-cooked corned beef, slice it thinly against the grain. If cooking from raw, boil the corned beef in water with spices for about 3 hours or until tender. Let it cool slightly and then slice.
- 2
Prep the Sauerkraut
Drain the sauerkraut in a colander to remove excess liquid. Rinse lightly if you prefer a milder flavor.
- 3
Gather Ingredients
Lay out all the ingredients: sliced corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, rye bread, and Thousand Island dressing.
Assembly
- 4
Assemble the Sandwich
Start by spreading a layer of Thousand Island dressing on one side of a slice of rye bread. Layer on the sliced corned beef, followed by the sauerkraut, and top with Swiss cheese. Place another slice of bread on top, dressing side down.
- 5
Grill the Sandwich
In a skillet or griddle over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the sandwich in the skillet and grill until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip the sandwich, add the remaining butter to the skillet, and grill the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serving
- 6
Slice and Serve
Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then slice in half. Serve warm with extra Thousand Island dressing on the side for dipping.