Simple Reuben Sandwich (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

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01 - 4 tablespoons of softened, unsalted butter

02 - ½ pound thin-cut corned beef or pastrami

03 - 1 cup sauerkraut, drained

04 - 4 tablespoons thousand island dressing

05 - 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

06 - 4 slices of dark rye bread

# Instructions:

01 - Grab 2 slices of bread and put them flat on your workspace. Spread a good layer of thousand island dressing on one side of each slice. Pile on the sliced beef or pastrami. Add some sauerkraut on top of the meat, followed by a sprinkle of shredded Swiss cheese. Cap it with another slice of bread, spreading butter on the outside-facing side.

02 - Warm a big skillet over medium heat. Place your sandwiches in the pan with the buttered side down. Let them cook for around 3 minutes or until the bread is browned and crunchy. Butter the outer side of the slice on top, flip, and continue cooking for another 2 or 3 minutes to crisp up the bread and melt the cheese inside.

03 - Eat the sandwiches right away when they’re warm, crunchy, and the cheese is all stretchy.

# Notes:

01 - Store leftovers in the fridge and be sure to use everything before it spoils.

02 - Look for a sturdy rye bread to keep it all together without falling apart.

03 - Try squeezing out any extra liquid from the sauerkraut so the bread doesn't get soggy.

04 - Cooking over medium heat will give the cheese enough time to melt and keep the bread from burning.

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