Reuben Sandwich Recipe

Homemade Reuben Sandwich with melted Swiss cheese and sauerkraut on rye bread

This Reuben Sandwich recipe brings authentic deli flavor right to your kitchen. Stacked with tender corned beef, melted Swiss cheese, tangy sauerkraut, and creamy Russian dressing between crispy rye bread slices, it’s pure comfort food perfection in just 15 minutes.

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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Sandwiches

Cuisine: American, Deli

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Rest Time: 5

Total Time: 25

Servings: sandwiches

Calories: 670kcal

Cost: $14

Equipment

1 Heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan For even browning
1 Wide spatula Ideal for flipping
1 Bacon press or second pan Helps compress sandwich evenly
1 Serrated knife For clean cuts

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

8 slices rye bread Marble or dark rye
1 pound corned beef Thinly sliced, deli-style
8 slices Swiss cheese Or Gruyère for richer flavor
1 cup sauerkraut Well-drained
4 tablespoons butter Softened, for spreading

For the Russian Dressing

½ cup mayonnaise Base of the dressing
2 tablespoons ketchup Adds tangy sweetness
1 tablespoon horseradish For mild heat
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Adds umami depth
½ teaspoon paprika Optional, for color
— salt and pepper To taste

Instructions

Mix Russian dressing ingredients until smooth; set aside.
Drain sauerkraut thoroughly using paper towels.
Butter bread slices on one side; spread dressing on the other.
Layer Swiss cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut, and another slice of cheese.
Top with remaining bread, buttered side facing out.
Heat skillet over medium heat; cook sandwiches 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
Rest 1–2 minutes, slice diagonally, and serve hot with extra dressing.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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