How to Make a Reuben Sandwich
A Reuben sandwich is one of the classic deli sandwiches. Here is a recipe for the sandwich and the Russian dressing it uses.
Ingredients
For Each Reuben Sandwich:
- 6 ounces corned beef, thinly sliced
- 2 slices Swiss cheese, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sauerkraut, well drained
- Russian dressing or (Thousand Island dressing)
- 2 slices whole grain rye bread
For the Russian Dressing:
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup ketchup or chili sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon yellow onion, peeled and diced
- Worcestershire sauce to taste (a few drops)
- dash hot sauce (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Russian dressing by mixing all of the ingredients together. Stir well to mix. Let it sit while you prepare your sandwiches.
- Heat an indoor grill or oven broiler. Once heated, grill the bread for your sandwiches.
- On each slice of grilled bread place approximately 6 ounces of corned beef. Add well drained sauerkraut and 1 or 2 thin slices of Swiss cheese.
- Spread the top slice of grilled bread with Russian dressing.
- Makes 1 serving.
Notes
Serving Suggestion:
Go deli all the way by serving this classic Reuben sandwich with oil and vinegar cole slaw and some homemade potato salad.
Go deli all the way by serving this classic Reuben sandwich with oil and vinegar cole slaw and some homemade potato salad. Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!