Jul 14 2026

Van Buren Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

pastrami, swiss, sauerkraut & 1,000 island on butter toasted rye

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Ingredients

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Sandwich Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients needed for the sandwich.

  2. 2

    Toast the Bread

    Spread butter on one side of each slice of rye bread. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place the bread butter-side down in the skillet. Toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On the unbuttered side of one slice of bread, layer the pastrami, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and 1000 Island dressing. Place the other slice of bread on top, butter-side up.

  4. 4

    Grill the Sandwich

    Carefully flip the sandwich in the skillet and grill until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the sandwich from the skillet, cut in half if desired, and serve hot.

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