Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound corned beef
- 8 slices rye bread
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat skillet or griddle over medium heat.
2. Slice corned beef into thin slices.
3. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
4. Place bread butter-side down on skillet or griddle.
5. Add a slice of Swiss cheese to each slice of bread.
6. Add corned beef slices to one side of the bread.
7. Top corned beef with sauerkraut.
8. Spread Thousand Island dressing on the other slice of bread.
9. Place the dressing side of the bread on top of the sauerkraut.
10. Cook until bread is toasted and cheese is melted, flipping once.
11. Cut sandwich in half and serve.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 sandwiches
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 620
- Fat: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 30g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Rye bread can be substituted with any bread of your choice.
- Swiss cheese can be substituted with any cheese of your choice.
- Thousand Island dressing can be substituted with Russian dressing or mustard.
Variations:
- Add sliced pickles or tomato to the sandwich.
- Use pastrami instead of corned beef.
- Make a Reuben sandwich by substituting corned beef with pastrami and adding coleslaw instead of sauerkraut.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the skillet or griddle is preheated before adding the bread.
- Buttering the bread helps it toast evenly and adds flavor.
- Don't overcook the sandwich or the cheese will become too melted and the bread will burn.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover corned beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the sandwich, place it in a toaster oven or oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Cut the sandwich in half diagonally and serve on a plate.
Garnishes:
- Serve with a pickle spear on the side.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of potato chips or french fries.
Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Potato salad
- Macaroni and cheese
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the bread is not toasting evenly, adjust the heat on the skillet or griddle.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the corned beef to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Corned beef sandwiches are a popular deli sandwich in the United States, particularly in New York City.
Flavor profiles:
- The sandwich is savory and salty from the corned beef and sauerkraut, with a tangy flavor from the Thousand Island dressing.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve with a cold beer or a glass of iced tea.
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