Description
Ina Garten’s Reuben sandwich brings classic New York deli flavors to home kitchens with professional-level technique. Layers of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and homemade Russian dressing create a perfect balance between tangy, rich, and savory profiles that satisfy serious sandwich enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 8 slices deli sliced corned beef
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
Bread and Base:
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- ½ cup Thousand Island dressing
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter, softened
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious griddle or skillet, heating it to a medium temperature (350°F/175°C).
- Generously coat one side of each bread slice with Thousand Island dressing, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Arrange the sandwich components on four bread slices, starting with a layer of Swiss cheese, followed by two slices of corned beef, a generous quarter cup of tangy sauerkraut, and topped with another slice of Swiss cheese.
- Complete each sandwich by placing the remaining bread slices on top, positioning the dressing-coated side facing downward.
- Apply a thin, even layer of softened butter across the exterior surface of each sandwich.
- Carefully transfer the sandwiches to the preheated griddle, positioning them butter-side down to create a crisp, golden exterior.
- Brush the exposed bread surface with the remaining butter, promoting uniform browning and adding rich flavor.
- Grill the sandwiches, rotating once, until both sides develop a deep golden-brown color and the cheese melts completely, approximately 4-5 minutes per side.
Notes
- Select premium, well-marbled corned beef from a trusted deli for maximum tenderness and rich flavor.
- Press and toast bread until golden brown, creating a crispy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the soft, melted cheese.
- Squeeze excess liquid from sauerkraut using a clean kitchen towel to maintain the perfect sandwich texture.
- Layer ingredients strategically, starting with a thin spread of Thousand Island dressing to create a moisture barrier and enhance overall taste.
- Allow sandwich to rest for 1-2 minutes after grilling, helping cheese melt completely and flavors meld together seamlessly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 670 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1,400 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg