Classic Reuben Sandwich
Toasted rye bread layered with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and tangy Russian dressing. A deli classic ready in 10 minutes.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 28g
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Ingredients
- 4 slices rye bread
- ½ lb corned beef, sliced
- ¾ cup sauerkraut, drained
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 4 tbsp Russian dressing
Instructions
- 1
Spread 0.5 tbsp butter on the outside of each bread slice.
- 2
Spread 1 tbsp Russian dressing on the inside of one slice.
- 3
Layer corned beef, sauerkraut, and 1 Swiss cheese slice on dressed bread.
- 4
Top with second bread slice, buttered side out.
- 5
Heat a skillet over medium-high. Place sandwich in pan and cook until golden brown, ~3 minutes.
- 6
Flip and cook until second side is golden and cheese melts, ~2 minutes.
- 7
Transfer to a cutting board and slice diagonally. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or griddle
- cutting board
- butter knife
- spatula
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