THE NEW YORK REUBEN

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The origin of the Reuben sandwich is disputed. However, the sandwich is strongly associated with New York City delicatessens--hence, the name.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 28m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon ketchup
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 dash louisiana hot sauce
2 slices quality jewish rye bread
butter
1/4 lb thinly sliced corned beef
2 ounces thinly sliced swiss cheese
1/4 cup sauerkraut, well drained (I rinse it, then drain)

Steps:

  • To make the dressing: combine all the dressing ingredients together, mixing well.
  • Store, covered, in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • To make the sandwich: Butter one side of each slice of bread.
  • Put the first slice, buttered side down, in a large skillet.
  • Pile on the slices of corned beef and swiss cheese; spread with approximately 1 tablespoon dressing, and add the sauerkraut.
  • Top with the other slice of bread, buttered side up.
  • Cover and grill slowly over low heat for 5 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
  • Uncover, turn the sandwich over, increase heat to medium-high; grill until golden brown on the second side.
  • Cut sandwich in half and serve immediately with kosher dills or "half sours" (partially dilled pickles).

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