Corned Beef Reuben

Name: Corned Beef Reuben
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 slices rye bread; 8 oz sliced corned beef; 4 slices Swiss cheese, sliced; 1/2 cup sauerkraut, drained; 1/4 cup Russian dressing; 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened; 2 dill pickle spears, for serving; 1 cup potato chips, for serving

A classic deli sandwich featuring grilled rye bread filled with warm corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing. A hearty American favorite that's savory and tangy.

20 minEasyServes 2580 cal/serving

AmericanLunchStovetopStandardHigh ProteinPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

4 slices rye bread
8 oz sliced corned beef
4 slices Swiss cheese, sliced
1/2 cup sauerkraut, drained
1/4 cup Russian dressing
2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
2 dill pickle spears, for serving
1 cup potato chips, for serving

Instructions

1

Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
2

Butter one side of each slice of 4 slices rye bread.
3

Spread 1/4 cup Russian dressing on the non-buttered sides of the bread slices.
4

Layer 8 oz sliced corned beef and 4 slices sliced Swiss cheese on half of the bread slices (on the dressed side).
5

Warm the 1/2 cup drained sauerkraut slightly in a small pan or microwave, then squeeze out any excess moisture.
6

Place the sauerkraut on top of the cheese and corned beef.
7

Close the sandwiches with the remaining bread slices, buttered side out.
8

Place sandwiches on the heated skillet and grill until the bread is golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
9

Carefully flip the sandwiches and grill the other side until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes more.
10

Remove from heat and let rest for a minute before cutting diagonally.
11

Serve hot with 2 for serving dill pickle spears and 1 cup for serving potato chips on the side.

Questions

Can I make Corned Beef Reuben dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 4 slices Swiss cheese, sliced, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor); the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Can I make Corned Beef Reuben gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 4 slices rye bread. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Corned Beef Reuben keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Corned Beef Reuben?

Yes. As written it serves 2. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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