Ingredients and Weight:
- Pastrami: 1 pound, thinly sliced
- Rye bread: 1 loaf, sliced
- Swiss cheese: 10 slices
- Sauerkraut: 1 cup
- Thousand Island dressing: 1 cup
- Butter: 1/4 cup
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
5 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Spread Thousand Island dressing on one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer pastrami, cheese, and sauerkraut on one slice of bread.
- Top with the remaining slice of bread, buttered side up.
- Heat a griddle or panini press over medium heat.
- Grill the sandwich for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 950
- Fat: 50g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 40g
Dish Characteristics:
- A classic American comfort food sandwich.
- Savory, tangy, and juicy.
- Perfect for lunch or dinner.
User Comments:
- "This sandwich was absolutely delicious! The pastrami was tender and flavorful, and the combination of cheese, sauerkraut, and dressing was perfect."
- "I loved the buttery, toasted bread. It added a nice crunch to the sandwich."
- "This is my new favorite sandwich. I will definitely be making it again and again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a griddle or panini press, you can cook the sandwich in a skillet over medium heat.
- For a more authentic Reuben sandwich, use homemade Russian dressing instead of Thousand Island dressing.
- Be careful not to overcook the sandwich, or the bread will dry out.
