Classic Reuben Sandwich (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter
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½ pound of corned beef or pastrami, sliced thin
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1 cup of sauerkraut, well-drained
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4 slices of rye, preferably dark
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1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese
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4 tablespoons of thousand island dressing
# Preparation Steps:
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Place two slices of rye on a flat surface. Spread shredded cheese on each, then pour thousand island dressing right over it. Add a layer of sliced pastrami or corned beef, followed by sauerkraut on top. Cap each with another slice of bread and smear a tablespoon of softened butter over the outside of the top slice.
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Put a skillet on medium heat. Lay the sandwiches in, buttered side facing down. Let them brown for about 3 minutes until crusty and golden. Butter the top slices while in the pan, flip the sandwiches over carefully, and cook for another 2-3 minutes so the cheese melts and both sides crisp up.
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Dig in right away while they're hot, with the cheese all gooey and melty.
# Additional Tips:
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Store all ingredients in the fridge and use them before they expire to keep them fresh and tasty.
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Pick a dense, dark rye bread so the filling stays secure and the bread doesn’t crumble.
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Press the liquid out of the sauerkraut so it doesn’t soak the bread.
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Stick to medium heat when cooking so the cheese melts while avoiding any burnt bread.