Description
Hearty Roast Beef Reuben sandwiches blend classic deli flavors with homemade comfort, offering a delicious twist on traditional combinations. Melted swiss cheese, tangy sauerkraut, and rich thousand island dressing make this recipe a mouthwatering choice you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound thinly sliced roast beef
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
Bread and Base:
- 8 slices rye bread
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Condiments and Extras:
- 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
Instructions
- Heat a skillet or griddle to medium temperature, ensuring an even cooking surface for the sandwiches.
- Generously coat one side of each rye bread slice with softened butter for a crispy, golden exterior.
- Arrange roast beef slices evenly across the unbuttered side of 4 bread pieces, creating a substantial protein base.
- Layer sauerkraut over the roast beef, distributing it uniformly to provide a tangy, textural component.
- Carefully place Swiss cheese atop the sauerkraut, allowing it to melt and bind the sandwich ingredients.
- Drizzle Thousand Island dressing across the cheese, adding a creamy and zesty flavor profile.
- Crown each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, positioning the buttered side facing outward.
- Grill the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side, watching carefully until the bread turns a rich golden brown and the cheese melts completely.
- Remove from heat, let rest momentarily, then slice diagonally to create an appealing presentation.
- Serve immediately while the sandwich remains hot and the cheese is gloriously melted.
Notes
- Customize the roast beef thickness for a more tender or hearty sandwich experience.
- Select high-quality deli roast beef for maximum flavor and texture.
- Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent soggy sandwich bottoms.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like Gruyère or sharp cheddar for unique taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg