Classic Grilled Reuben
Corned beef, Swiss, and tangy sauerkraut on toasted rye—the deli classic you can make at home in under 10 minutes. Butter the bread, load the fillings, and sear until the cheese melts and edges turn golden.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- 4 slices bread (rye or marble rye)
- 6 oz corned beef (deli sliced)
- ½ cup sauerkraut
- 4 slices swiss cheese
Instructions
- 1
Squeeze excess liquid from the sauerkraut using a paper towel until it feels relatively dry.
- 2
Layer corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese on two bread slices, then top with remaining bread.
- 3
Heat a skillet over medium-high until a drop of water sizzles, then add butter to coat the surface.
- 4
Place sandwiches in the skillet and sear 3–4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
- 5
Flip and sear the second side 2–3 minutes until golden and cheese melts; press lightly with a spatula.
- 6
Transfer to a plate and serve immediately while the cheese is still warm and gooey.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet
- spatula
- paper towels
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