The Reuben sandwich is a classic American sandwich, traditionally made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on rye bread. This sandwich is easy to make at home and can be modified to suit your taste.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound thinly sliced corned beef
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1/4 cup Russian dressing
- 1/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 4 slices rye bread
- Butter or margarine, for spreading
Method
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side of 2 slices of bread, spread Russian dressing. On the unbuttered side of the remaining 2 slices of bread, spread sauerkraut.
- Layer corned beef, Swiss cheese, and pickle slices on top of the sauerkraut. Top with the bread slices, dressing side down. Press gently.
- Place sandwiches on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bread is toasted and cheese is melted.
Potential changes & improvements
There are many ways you can change up this sandwich to suit your taste. Try using different types of bread, cheese, or meat. You could also add other toppings, such as onion, tomato, or bacon.
What other food it works well with
This sandwich is usually served with a side of chips or fries. A pickle spear is also a common accompaniment.
Common Mistakes
When making this sandwich, be sure to thinly slice the corned beef. If it is too thick, it will be difficult to bite into the sandwich. Also, be sure to drain the sauerkraut well to avoid a soggy sandwich.
Nutritional Information
This sandwich is high in protein and fat.
Allergens
This sandwich contains gluten, dairy, and meat.