Baked Reuben Sandwiches
- Crispy, golden baked reuben sandwiches with perfectly melted Swiss cheese.
- A delicious twist on the classic deli favorite made easy in your oven.
- The perfect combination of tangy sauerkraut, savory corned beef, and buttery rye bread.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 slices rye bread
- 4 oz thinly sliced corned beef
- 2 slices Swiss cheese
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut, well-drained
- 2 tbsp Russian dressing
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 tsp caraway seeds (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh chopped dill (optional)
- Dill pickle spears, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brush melted butter on one side of each slice of rye bread.
- Place one slice of bread butter-side down on work surface.
- Layer half the Swiss cheese, all the corned beef, drained sauerkraut, and Russian dressing.
- Top with remaining cheese and second bread slice, butter-side up.
- Transfer sandwich carefully to prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cheese is completely melted.
- Let rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing diagonally.
- Serve immediately with a pickle spear on the side.
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly drain the sauerkraut to prevent a soggy sandwich.
- For a flatter sandwich, place another baking sheet on top with a heat-safe weight during the first half of baking.
- Try substituting pastrami for corned beef for a different flavor profile.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 1580
- Fat: 42
- Saturated Fat: 22
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 39
- Cholesterol: 125
Keywords: baked reuben sandwiches, corned beef sandwich, sauerkraut sandwich, rye bread sandwich, cheese melt sandwich