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5 from 7 votes

Classic Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich

This class sandwich is made with corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, Thousand Island dressing and rye bread. Such a great grilled sandwich!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Irish
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 522kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces sliced corned beef, all extra fat removed
  • 1 cup sauerkraut
  • ¼ cup Thousand island dressing, plus extra if needed
  • 8 slices rye bread
  • 8 slices swiss cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

  • Heat the sauerkraut and corned beef in the microwave for about 60 seconds or until warm.
  • Spread the Thousand Island dressing on each slice of bread. Top half of the slices with cheese, corned beef, and sauerkraut. Top each sandwich with remaining bread slices, dressing side down. 
  • Heat a large skillet or grill pan on medium heat. Melt half the butter in the skillet and place the sandwiches in the pan. Butter the top side of the sandwich bread. Cook until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3 to 4 minutes per side, turning in the middle of cooking..
  • Cut in half before serving.

Notes

Note: The recipe can be cut down to 1, 2 or 3 sandwiches. Measurement of ingredients can vary depending on how full you like your sandwich.

Nutrition

Calories: 522kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 1426mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 501IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 395mg | Iron: 4mg