Easy Reuben

Okay, here’s the deal. You’re about to wander into the delicious world of the Easy Reuben. Think: all the comfort of your favorite deli sandwich with way less hassle. What makes it so special? Well, for one, it’s the king of sandwiches — all savory, tangy, and gooey — basically the perfect marriage of flavors. Why should you even try it? Because that moment when the cheese takes center stage in a glorious, melty, spotlight is worth every single bite. Trust me, this little number has stolen our hunger-struck hearts more times than I care to admit.

So here’s a fun nugget — my husband was convinced he hated sauerkraut. Yeah, I know… *what?!* But then I whipped up this Reuben. Or maybe it was more like when I accidentally had all the ingredients except for the bread and improvised. The first bite stopped him mid-protest. Let’s just say it didn’t stop there. These messy stacks of Reuben goodness are now a bi-weekly affair. Heck, maybe more. It’s become that buddy you didn’t know you needed. Or craved. Whatever gets you to that heavenly first bite.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Reuben

1. It’s like the sandwich hugged you back.
2. Perfect excuse to consume more cheese — as if we needed one.
3. You can make it while half-asleep… trust me, I’ve tested this theory.
4. Even when you oops the recipe, it’s forgiving and still scrumptious.

How to Make It

Okay, so here’s the lowdown. You start with some good rye bread, or let’s face it, any bread you’ve got hanging around. Butter it up real nice — think like you’re giving it an edible spa treatment. Fry it in a pan to get it all crispy and golden. Toss down some corned beef slices, make them sizzle slightly. If it’s not sizzling, crank up the heat a pinch! Add your sauerkraut — and don’t shy away from the pile; it’s where the magic is. Now the cheese — Swiss all the way baby, so it melts and oozes all over. Top it off with some Thousand Island dressing because you’re about to nail that sweet, tangy dream. Then, slap down the bread topper and bask in your sandwich genius. Boom!

Ingredient Notes

– Rye Bread: Man, do I need to say more? Pick your favorite, but rye adds that classic vibe — even if you toast it to oblivion.
– Corned Beef: Holy grail ingredient! Get it right, it’s a game changer. Skip it, and well, you’ve just got a decent cheese sandwich.
– Sauerkraut: If skeptical, lean into it! Or chuck it on with wild abandon. If you don’t see it, you might forget it’s there? Pfft, who am I kidding?

Recipe Steps:

1. Butter the bread and pan-toast until golden.
2. Layer corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
3. Spread Thousand Island dressing generously.
4. Top with another slice of bread.
5. Heat until cheese melts and bread crisps.
6. Serve hot.

What to Serve It With

Don’t even joke about serving it solo. Pickle spears for that extra zing, some crispy fries, or a side cup of comforting tomato soup are more than perfect. You might even throw caution to the wind and pair it with a tangy coleslaw. Choices are good.

Tips & Mistakes

– Do *not* skimp on cheese. It’s heresy.
– If in doubt, toast longer — unless you like floppy bread.
– Go rogue with the ingredients if you must. There’s hardly a wrong tweak.

Storage Tips

You’re probably not going to have leftovers, let’s be real. But if by some miracle you do? Cling wrap the survivors and toss them in the fridge. I hesitate to say it, but… eating it cold is oddly delightful? Slap it back in a warm pan and you’ve got yourself a speedy breakfast, no judgment here.

Variations and Substitutions

Market fresh out of corned beef? Turkey works in a pinch. Rye not in the cupboard? Sourdough seriously doesn’t mind stepping in. And if the kraut’s too much of a flavor bomb, dial it back or sub in coleslaw. Honey-drizzled, maple swirled dressing… okay, maybe now I’m rambling, but you get the drift. The Reuben’s your canvas.

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Easy Reuben

A quick and simple recipe for a classic Reuben sandwich loaded with tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese, and creamy Russian dressing on toasted rye bread.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 8 oz corned beef, sliced
• ▢ 4 slices rye bread lightly toasted
• ▢ 4 oz Swiss cheese sliced
• ▢ 0.5 cup sauerkraut drained
• ▢ 2 tbsp Russian dressing
• ▢ 2 tbsp butter for grilling

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Spread Russian dressing evenly on one side of each slice of rye bread.
• Layer corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese on two slices of bread.
• Top the sandwiches with the remaining bread slices, dressing side down, to form sandwiches.
• Butter the outsides of each sandwich and grill on a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes per side or until the bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.
• Remove sandwiches from skillet, let rest for 2 minutes, then slice and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a few slices of dill pickle inside the sandwich before grilling.