BEST GRILLED REUBEN SANDWICH EVER

Ingredients

• 8 slices rye bread, preferably marbled
• 1 pound thinly sliced corned beef
• 1 cup sauerkraut, well-drained
• 8 slices Swiss cheese
• 1/2 cup Russian dressing (or Thousand Island dressing)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (if making Russian dressing)
• 2 tablespoons ketchup (if making Russian dressing)
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish (if making Russian dressing)
• 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish (if making Russian dressing)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (if making Russian dressing)
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (if making Russian dressing)
• Pinch of cayenne pepper, optional (if making Russian dressing)

Instructions

1. 1

   Spread Russian dressing evenly on one side of each slice of rye bread.

2. 2

   On four slices of rye bread (dressing-side up), layer half of the Swiss cheese, then the corned beef, followed by the sauerkraut, and finally the remaining Swiss cheese.

3. 3

   Top with the remaining four slices of rye bread, dressing-side down.

4. 4

   Spread softened butter evenly on the outside of both the top and bottom slices of each sandwich.

5. 5

   Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.

6. 6

   Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted and gooey. Gently press down on the sandwiches with a spatula to ensure even browning.

7. 7

   If the bread is browning too quickly, reduce the heat slightly.

8. 8

   Remove the Grilled Reuben Sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for a minute or two before slicing in half.

9. 9

   Serve immediately and enjoy.