Reuben Sandwich

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 19

This classic sandwich is a mouthwatering combination of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing, all between two slices of dark pumpernickel bread.

by The Chefin Sandwich

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

620

Sugar

Fat

35g

The Reuben Sandwich is a classic deli favorite that originated in the United States. It typically consists of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing, all between two slices of rye bread. While its exact origins are unclear, most sources agree that it was invented in the early 20th century by a man named Arnold Reuben, hence the name. Today, the Reuben Sandwich is popular all over the world and is enjoyed by people of all ages.

Instructions

1.	Start by spreading the thousand island dressing onto one side of each slice of bread.
2.	Layer the corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese on one slice of bread.
3.	Top with the other slice of bread to create a sandwich.
4.	Melt a little butter in a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
5.	Flip the sandwich and grill on the other side until it's golden brown and delicious.
6.	Slice the sandwich in half and serve hot.

PROS

The Reuben is a classic sandwich that is easy to make, filling, and delicious.
It’s a great way to use up leftover corned beef and sauerkraut, and the thousand island dressing adds a unique flavor to the sandwich.

CONS

This sandwich isn’t the healthiest option, as it contains a lot of sodium and fat.
It’s also not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Reuben Sandwich may not be the healthiest choice, it does contain some nutritional benefits. Corned beef is a good source of protein and iron, while sauerkraut is packed full of probiotics and vitamin C. Swiss cheese is also a good source of protein and calcium, and the dark pumpernickel bread adds fiber and complex carbohydrates to the meal.

	8 slices dark pumpernickel bread
	2 tablespoons thousand island dressing
	8 ounces corned beef
	4 ounces sauerkraut , well drained
	4 ounces swiss cheese
	butter