Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSuperior Eatery of JacksonThe Classic Reuben Recipe

The Classic Reuben Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Comed med

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Ingredients

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Bread

Meat

Cheese

Sauerkraut

Dressing

Butter

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients including rye bread, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, and unsalted butter.

Assembly

  1. 2

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On four slices of rye bread, spread a layer of Russian dressing. Layer with corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese. Top each with another slice of rye bread.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Grill the Sandwiches

    In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Once melted, place one sandwich in the skillet. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and add another tablespoon of butter. Grill the other side for another 4-5 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  2. 4

    Repeat for Remaining Sandwiches

    Repeat the grilling process for the remaining sandwiches, adding butter as needed.

Serving

  1. 5

    Slice and Serve

    Once all sandwiches are grilled, slice them in half diagonally and serve immediately while warm with extra Russian dressing on the side, if desired.

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