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Crispy Reuben Sandwich Recipe with Easy Tangy Thousand Island Dressing

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A crispy Reuben sandwich featuring perfectly crisped rye bread, melty Swiss cheese, warm corned beef, sauerkraut, and a homemade tangy Thousand Island dressing. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a satisfying comfort meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 slices rye bread (preferably sturdy, seeded rye)
  • 12 oz (340g) sliced corned beef (deli-sliced)
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the Thousand Island Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish, 1 teaspoon white vinegar, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, a pinch of smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Bread: Butter one side of each rye bread slice evenly with softened butter. The buttered side will be the outside of the sandwich.
  3. Assemble the Sandwich: On the unbuttered side of four bread slices, spread about 1 tablespoon of the Thousand Island dressing. Layer with 3 oz (85g) corned beef, 2 slices Swiss cheese, and ½ cup drained sauerkraut. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
  4. Cook the Sandwich: Heat a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the pan and cook 4-5 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula to crisp evenly. Bread should be golden brown and cheese melted.
  5. Rest and Serve: Remove sandwiches from pan and let rest for 2 minutes before cutting in half. Serve immediately with extra Thousand Island dressing for dipping.

Notes

Drain and squeeze sauerkraut well to avoid soggy bread. Use softened butter for even spreading. Cook over medium heat to melt cheese without burning bread. Rest sandwich before cutting to prevent cheese from oozing. Dressing can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to a week.

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Keywords: Reuben sandwich, crispy sandwich, Thousand Island dressing, corned beef sandwich, rye bread sandwich, homemade dressing, comfort food

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