Best 6 Classic Reubens Recipes

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Indulge in the classic Reuben sandwich, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This iconic sandwich features thinly sliced corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese, and a Thousand Island dressing, all sandwiched between two slices of lightly toasted rye bread. Its origins can be traced back to the early 1900s, with various tales surrounding its creation. Some attribute it to Reuben Kulakofsky, a Lithuanian immigrant who owned a delicatessen in Omaha, Nebraska. Others claim it was conceived by Arnold Reuben, a German-American grocer from New York City. Regardless of its disputed origins, the Reuben sandwich has become a beloved staple in delis and restaurants across the United States and beyond. In this article, we present two delectable Reuben sandwich recipes: the classic version and a vegetarian variation. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions, ensuring a successful sandwich-making experience. Embrace the culinary journey and savor the timeless flavors of the Reuben sandwich.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

REUBEN SANDWICH



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Like many classic dishes, the Reuben sandwich has multiple origin stories: Some accounts trace its origins to the since-shuttered Reuben's delicatessen in New York City, where Arthur Reuben created a special for one of Charlie Chaplin's leading ladies in 1914, using ham, turkey, Swiss cheese and coleslaw on rye. Another origin story points to a customer, Reuben Kulakofsky, who was said to have ordered a corned beef and sauerkraut sandwich at Blackstone Hotel, in Omaha, where Bernard Schimmel obliged by rounding it out with Thousand Island dressing, Swiss cheese, rye bread and a hot grill. Today's Reuben sandwiches feature corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and a healthy smear of Russian dressing between toasted, buttered rye. Homemade dressing has a brighter, fresher flavor than the bottled variety, and comes together in just a few turns of a whisk. To achieve the prized crispy crust and gooey cheese, keep the heat low enough to allow the buttered bread to toast while the cheese melts.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weeknight, sandwiches, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup mayonnaise
5 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons dill pickle relish (not sweet)
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
8 slices rye sandwich bread
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 pound thinly sliced corned beef
1 cup drained sauerkraut (about 6 ounces)
8 slices Swiss cheese (about 6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Make the Russian dressing: In a small bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.
  • Make the sandwiches: Spread one side of each bread slice with 1/2 tablespoon butter. In a large nonstick skillet, arrange 2 slices of bread, buttered side down, over medium-low heat. Spread 2 tablespoons of Russian dressing on each slice of bread, then top each with 1/4 pound corned beef, 1/4 cup sauerkraut and 2 slices cheese. Top each with 1 slice of bread, buttered side up. Cook until golden and crispy underneath, about 5 minutes. Flip the sandwiches and cook, pressing down gently with a spatula, until second side is golden and cheese melts, about 3 minutes more. Transfer sandwiches to plates and wipe out skillet. Repeat with the remaining bread, sauce, corned beef, sauerkraut and cheese. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 254, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 704 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

THE REAL REUBEN



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Dark pumpernickel rye, heaped corned beef, drained sauerkraut and imported Swiss cheese make this sandwich something special.

Provided by ALDO1938

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Beef

Time 8m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 slices dark rye bread
¼ pound thinly sliced corned beef
3 ounces sauerkraut, drained
2 slices Swiss cheese
¼ cup thousand island dressing

Steps:

  • Place bread on baking sheet or broiling pan. Layer corned beef, sauerkraut and cheese on top of bread slices.
  • Broil on high heat for 3 to 4 minutes, until cheese has melted. Serve hot with Thousand Island dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 873.6 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 151.8 mg, Fat 58.7 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 2716.2 mg, Sugar 17.3 g

MOM'S CLASSIC REUBEN



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My mom has always made this slightly different than the usual Reuben. I typically 'load' it, we don't like skimpy sandwiches. It is a huge hit; my kids, friends and especially my husband loves it!

Provided by Robin Hofstatter Noftz

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 slices light rye bread with caraway seeds
6 tablespoons margarine, softened
2 pounds deli sliced corned beef
1 ½ pounds thinly sliced deli chicken breast
1 pound sliced Muenster cheese
1 (16 ounce) jar sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
¼ cup creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™

Steps:

  • Spread margarine onto one side of each slice of bread. Set a large skillet over low heat, and lay 6 bread slices in it with the butter side down. If you can't fit 6, just fry in batches of 3.
  • Place slices of cheese onto the bread in the skillet and let cook until the cheese starts to melt. Place slices of corned beef and chicken over the cheese, and then sauerkraut. Spread the creamy dressing onto the dry sides of the remaining slices of bread. Place dressing side down onto the sandwiches.
  • Increase the heat to medium, and cook until browned on the bottom. Turn sandwiches over, and cook until golden on the other side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 928.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 229 mg, Fat 51.8 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 72.9 g, SaturatedFat 22.4 g, Sodium 4992.3 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

CLASSIC REUBEN PANINI



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A mouthwatering classic-corned beef piled on top of tangy sauerkraut, with Thousand Island dressing and melted Swiss cheese grilled on rye bread.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter, softened
8 slices rye bread
1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing
1 cup sauerkraut, drained, squeezed dry (from 14.5-oz can)
1/2 lb corned beef, thinly sliced
8 slices Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Heat closed contact grill 5 minutes.
  • Spread butter on one side of each bread slice. On unbuttered side of 1 bread slice, spread 1 tablespoon of the dressing. Top with 1/4 cup of the sauerkraut, 2 oz corned beef, 2 slices cheese and remaining bread slice, buttered side up. Repeat for remaining sandwiches.
  • When grill is heated, place sandwiches on grill. Close grill; grill 5 to 6 minutes or until cheese is melted and grill marks appear. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 Sandwich, Sodium 1630 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

REUBEN SANDWICH II



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These sandwiches are really delicious and easy to make. They are one of my family's fix-it-quick favorites. I like to serve them with big bowls of steaming vegetable soup and dill pickles on the side. Enjoy!

Provided by COLETTE G.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Sandwich Recipes     Beef

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
8 slices rye bread
8 slices deli sliced corned beef
8 slices Swiss cheese
1 cup sauerkraut, drained
½ cup Thousand Island dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat a large skillet or griddle on medium heat.
  • Lightly butter one side of bread slices. Spread non-buttered sides with Thousand Island dressing. On 4 bread slices, layer 1 slice Swiss cheese, 2 slices corned beef, 1/4 cup sauerkraut and second slice of Swiss cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, buttered sides out.
  • Grill sandwiches until both sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 40.3 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 1930.3 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

CLASSIC REUBENS



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You don't have to spend an arm and a leg at a deli to enjoy this classic sandwich.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon butter
8 slices rye sandwich bread
1/2 pound sliced corned beef
1 1/3 cups Quick Sauerkraut
4 ounces sliced Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, and relish; season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Butter bread; place, buttered side down, on a work surface. Spread 4 slices with mayonnaise mixture; top with corned beef, sauerkraut, and cheese. Sandwich with remaining bread, buttered side up.
  • In 2 batches, cook sandwiches, covered, in a large skillet over medium-low, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh, flavorful bread, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing.
  • If you don't have a griddle or panini press, you can cook the sandwich in a skillet over medium heat. Just be sure to press down on the sandwich with a spatula so that it gets nice and crispy.
  • For a more authentic Reuben sandwich, use homemade Russian dressing instead of Thousand Island dressing. Russian dressing is a mayonnaise-based dressing that is flavored with ketchup, horseradish, and other spices.
  • If you like your sandwich extra gooey, add a slice of American cheese to the sandwich before you add the Swiss cheese.
  • Serve the Reuben sandwich with your favorite sides, such as potato chips, coleslaw, or potato salad.

Conclusion:

The Reuben sandwich is a classic for a reason. It's a delicious and hearty sandwich that is perfect for lunch or dinner. With its combination of savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese, and creamy Thousand Island dressing, the Reuben sandwich is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the Reuben sandwich a try.

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