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Ultimate Crispy Reuben Sandwich with Russian Dressing

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A crispy, melty Reuben sandwich featuring golden rye bread, tangy sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and a creamy homemade Russian dressing. Perfect comfort food that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices rye bread (caraway rye recommended)
  • 1 lb corned beef, thinly sliced
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Russian Dressing: In a mixing bowl, stir together ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon horseradish, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until smooth and set aside.
  2. Drain the Sauerkraut: Place sauerkraut in a fine mesh strainer and press with the back of a spoon or squeeze with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Assemble the Sandwiches: Lay out 4 slices of rye bread. Spread a generous tablespoon of Russian dressing on each slice. Layer each with 2 slices of Swiss cheese, then about ¼ lb (115g) of corned beef, and a heaping ¼ cup of sauerkraut. Top each with the remaining bread slices, Russian dressing side down.
  4. Butter the Bread: Spread softened butter evenly on the outer sides of each sandwich.
  5. Cook the Sandwiches: Heat your skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the pan and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula to compact the layers. The bread should be golden brown and crispy, and the cheese melted through. Flip carefully to keep the sandwich intact.
  6. Rest and Serve: Remove sandwiches from heat and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Press the sauerkraut well to remove excess moisture to keep the sandwich crispy. Use softened butter spread evenly for a golden crust. Cook on medium to medium-low heat to melt cheese fully without burning bread. Cover pan briefly if cheese isn’t melting fast enough. Reheat leftovers in a skillet to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: Reuben sandwich, crispy sandwich, Russian dressing, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, homemade dressing, deli sandwich

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