Reuben Sandwich Delight

Recreate the classic deli-style Reuben sandwich with this highly-rated recipe, perfect for any home cook.

What Exactly Is a Reuben Sandwich?

A Reuben is a hot, grilled sandwich with layers of corned beef on rye bread. While it's a beloved dish in Jewish delis, it isn't considered kosher due to the combination of meat and cheese.

What's Inside a Reuben?

A classic Reuben sandwich is made with thin slices of corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut, all piled between slices of rye bread, generously spread with Russian or Thousand Island dressing.

How to Prepare a Reuben Sandwich

Here’s a quick preview of the process for making Reuben sandwiches at home — the detailed recipe is provided below:

1. Spread a generous amount of dressing on one side of each slice of bread.
2. Build your sandwiches and butter the top of each one.
3. Heat a skillet or griddle and place the sandwich butter-side down.
4. Butter the other side and flip once the bottom is golden and crispy.
5. Grill until both sides are perfectly browned.

Serving Suggestions for Reuben Sandwiches

Enjoy your Reuben with a side of pickle, crunchy potato chips, crispy French fries, or some of these timeless deli classics:

· Classic Pasta Salad
· Refreshing Coleslaw
· Hearty Tomato Soup

Dinogo Community Tips and Praise

"This recipe was amazing," says Cheri Lind. "My family absolutely loved it, and I’ll definitely make it again. It was super easy and quick to prepare."

"Here’s a tip for all grilled sandwiches: instead of butter, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on the outside of the bread," suggests Studie B. "It creates a perfectly crispy sandwich, and no one will guess it’s mayo!"

"These sandwiches were a breeze to make," says Mindy Holley Thornton. "They tasted just as good, if not better, than what you'd get at a restaurant."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

• 8 slices rye bread

• ½ cup Thousand Island dressing

• 8 slices Swiss cheese

• 8 slices deli sliced corned beef

• 1 cup sauerkraut, drained

• 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

First, gather all your ingredients and preheat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat.

Evenly spread Thousand Island dressing on one side of each slice of bread.

On four slices of bread, layer a slice of Swiss cheese, two slices of corned beef, 1/4 cup of sauerkraut, and another slice of Swiss cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices, dressing-side down. Butter the top of each sandwich.

Place the sandwiches, butter-side down, on the preheated griddle. Spread the remaining butter on the top of each sandwich. Grill until both sides are golden and crispy, about 5 minutes per side.

Serve while hot. Enjoy your meal!

Note from the Editor

Nutritional Information (per serving)