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5 from 6 votes

Reuben Sandwich with Leftover Corned Beef

Classic favorite sandwich with delicious flavors and crunch. Layers of melted Swiss cheese, flavored corned beef and salty sauerkraut all sandwiched in between golden buttery Rey bread slices.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Diet: Halal
Servings: 4 Sandwiches
Calories: 506kcal
Author: Amira

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 slices of rye bread
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • ½ cup Big Mac sauce or thousand island dressing.
  • 8 slices sliced corned beef (12-16 oz)
  • 1 cup sauerkraut squeezed dry and warmed in the microwave.

Instructions

  • Spread 4 slices of bread each with almost 2 Tablespoons of sauce and add 1 slice of cheese on top.
  • Add two slices of corned beef on each slice.
  • Top with about ¼ cup of warmed sauerkraut on each bread slice.
  • Top that with another slice of cheese on each bread slice.
  • Place another slice of bread on top to make a total of 4 sandwiches.
  • Place a cast iron skillet over medium heat and melt 1 Tablespoon of butter, swirl to coat.
  • Cook two sandwiches until golden brown and crisp.
  • Flip the sandwiches and cook on the other side, add more butter if needed.
  • Repeat with the other two sandwiches and cook on both sides until cheese melts and bread is crisp and golden
  • Serve with additional dressing and pickles.

Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 506kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 1017mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 622IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 368mg | Iron: 3mg