Description
Indulge in the ultimate homemade Reuben Sandwich, a crispy and melty delight that brings the essence of a classic deli straight to your kitchen. This sandwich features buttery grilled rye bread layered with gooey Swiss cheese, savory sliced beef, tangy sauerkraut, and creamy dressing. Perfect for lunch or a satisfying dinner, each bite is bursting with flavor and comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices dark rye bread
- 1 cup Swiss cheese (shredded)
- 4 tablespoons thousand island dressing
- 1 cup sauerkraut (drained)
- ½ pound sliced beef
- 4 tablespoons butter (unsalted, softened)
Instructions
- Assemble the sandwich by layering two slices of dark rye bread with Swiss cheese on each slice.
- Drizzle thousand island dressing on top and layer with sliced beef and sauerkraut.
- Top with another slice of bread.
- Spread softened butter on the outside of the top slice.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and place the sandwiches butter-side down.
- Cook for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
- Butter the other side, flip using a spatula, and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until both sides are crispy and the cheese has melted.
- Let rest briefly before slicing in half and serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg