Name: Reuben Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 8 slices rye bread; 0.5 cup Thousand Island dressing; 8 slices Swiss cheese; 8 slices deli sliced corned beef; 1 cup sauerkraut, drained; 2 tablespoons butter, softened

Reuben Sandwich

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A Reuben sandwich is one of my family's fix-it-quick favorites. They are really delicious and easy to make. I like to serve them with big bowls of steaming vegetable soup and dill pickles on the side.

Submitted by COLETTE G.

Updated on March 4, 2024

a reuben sandwich cut in half, served with potato chips

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 sandwiches

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Make a deli-style Reuben sandwich at home with this top-rated Reuben recipe.

a reuben sandwich cut in half and stacked to show off all the tasty layers — Mike Phillips

What Is a Reuben Sandwich?

A Reuben is a grilled sandwich featuring corned beef on rye bread. The Reuben is a menu staple in Jewish-style delicatessens, but it's not technically kosher because it combines meat and cheese.

What Is On a Reuben?

A traditional reuben sandwich consists of thinly sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut on rye bread slathered with Russian or Thousand Island dressing.

How to Make a Reuben

You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make reuben sandwiches at home:

1. Spread the dressing on one side of each slice of bread.
2. Assemble the sandwiches. Butter the top of each sandwich.
3. Place the sandwich butter-side down on the hot skillet or griddle.
4. Butter the other side. Flip when the bottom slice is golden brown.
5. Grill until both sides are golden brown.

side view of a grilled and sliced reuben sandwich layered with pastrami, sauerkraut, and swiss cheese — Molly

How to Serve Reuben Sandwiches

Pair your Reuben with a pickle, potato chips, French fries, or one of these classic deli sides:

· Pasta Salad
· Coleslaw
· Tomato Soup

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

"This recipe was so good," says Cheri Lind. "My family loved it and I will definitely make it again. It was so easy and quick to make."

"Here's a tip that works for all grilled sandwiches: Instead of butter, spread the outside of the bread with a thin layer of mayonnaise," according to Sudie B. "It makes a lovely, crispy sandwich, and no one will guess you used mayo."

"These sandwiches were super easy to make," says Mindy Holley Thornton. "Tasted just as good, if not better, than at a restaurant."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

8 slices rye bread
½ cup Thousand Island dressing
8 slices Swiss cheese
8 slices deli sliced corned beef
1 cup sauerkraut, drained
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Directions

Gather all ingredients and preheat a large griddle or skillet over medium heat.

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Spread one side of bread slices evenly with Thousand Island dressing.

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On four bread slices, layer one slice Swiss cheese, 2 slices corned beef, 1/4 cup sauerkraut, and a second slice of Swiss cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, dressing-side down. Butter the top of each sandwich.

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Place sandwiches, butter-side down on the preheated griddle; butter the top of each sandwich with remaining butter. Grill until both sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.

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Serve hot. Enjoy!

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Editor's Note

Try this sauerkraut recipe and top with homemade Thousand Island dressing.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

657	Calories
40g	Fat
44g	Carbs
32g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 657
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40g	52%
Saturated Fat 18g	90%
Cholesterol 115mg	38%
Sodium 1930mg	84%
Total Carbohydrate 44g	16%
Dietary Fiber 5g	17%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 32g	64%
Vitamin C 6mg	6%
Calcium 517mg	40%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 412mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.