Description
Experience the delicious tang and hearty flavors of the Classic Reuben Sandwich. This iconic deli favorite combines tender corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing all grilled to crispy perfection between buttered rye bread slices.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Ingredients
- 2 slices Rye Bread
- 2 tsp Unsalted Butter
- 4 tbsp Thousand Island Dressing
- 2 tbsp Boar’s Head® Sauerkraut
- 2 slices Gold Label Imported Switzerland Swiss® Cheese
- 0.25 lb Boar’s Head 1st Cut Corned Beef Brisket
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Butter each slice of rye bread generously on one side, ensuring even coverage. Then, place the bread slices buttered side down in a preheated skillet over medium-low heat for toasting.
- Spread Dressing: While the bread begins to toast, spread 1 tablespoon of Thousand Island dressing evenly on the unbuttered side of each bread slice. This will add a creamy, tangy flavor base for the sandwich.
- Layer Sauerkraut and Cheese: Evenly distribute 2 tablespoons of sauerkraut over one slice of bread on top of the dressing. Then place a slice of Swiss cheese over the sauerkraut, and another slice of cheese on the other slice of bread over its dressing.
- Add Corned Beef: Pile 0.25 lb of thinly sliced corned beef brisket on top of the sauerkraut and cheese side of the bread, creating a hearty filling.
- Assemble and Grill: Press the two bread slices together to form the sandwich, with cheese and filling inside, buttered sides facing outwards. Continue grilling the sandwich in the skillet over medium-low heat until the bottom bread is browned and crisped, about 3-4 minutes.
- Flip and Finish: Carefully flip the sandwich over and grill the other side until it is equally browned and the cheese has melted, about another 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet once both sides are crispy and golden, and cheese is melted.
Notes
- Use medium-low heat to prevent burning while allowing cheese to properly melt.
- For best flavor, use high-quality corned beef and Swiss cheese.
- Pressing the sandwich gently during cooking helps meld the ingredients together.
- You can serve with extra Thousand Island dressing or pickles for added tang.
- To make multiple sandwiches, keep cooked sandwiches warm in a low oven set at 200°F while preparing others.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
