Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsThe Paddle TrapPastrami Reuben Recipe

Pastrami Reuben Recipe

Inspired by The Paddle Trap
Time20m
Serves2

Pastrami, thousand island, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut on marble rye sourdough bread

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients and slice the Swiss cheese if not pre-sliced.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Sandwich

    On two slices of marble rye sourdough bread, spread 1 tablespoon of Thousand Island dressing on each slice. Layer the pastrami, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese on top of one slice, then top with the other slice of bread.

  3. 3

    Grill the Sandwich

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Place the sandwich in the skillet and grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip the sandwich, add the remaining butter, and grill the other side for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then cut in half and serve with extra Thousand Island dressing on the side if desired.

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