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Classic Reuben Sandwich

Reuben Sandwich Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of a homemade Classic Reuben Sandwich, a timeless favorite that you can easily whip up in your kitchen. This scrumptious sandwich features crunchy rye bread layered with savory ground beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melty Swiss cheese, all brought together with a creamy dressing for an unforgettable taste. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this comforting meal is a hit with both kids and adults. With just 15 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you’ll find it hard to resist making this hearty sandwich again and again.

Ingredients

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  • ½ lb ground beef
  • 6 slices rye bread
  • ½ cup sauerkraut (drained)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ tsp olive oil
  • 1 ½ tsp chili garlic sauce
  • ½ tsp lemon juice
  • 1 ½ tsp creamy horseradish
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ Tbsp onion (finely grated)
  • ⅛ tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, chili garlic sauce, lemon juice, horseradish, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, grated onion, paprika, salt, and pepper for the dressing. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the ground beef until heated through.
  3. Lightly butter one side of each slice of rye bread. Assemble the sandwiches by spreading dressing on one side of the bread, adding beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut before topping with another slice of bread.
  4. Grill the sandwiches in the skillet for 4–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.

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