Classic Reuben Sandwich with a Unique Twist

The Reuben sandwich is a classic American sandwich made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing on rye bread. The origins of the sandwich are not entirely clear, but it is believed to have been created in the early 20th century.

One story of its origin states that it was created by a man named Reuben Kulakofsky, who was a grocer and member of a group of Lithuanian immigrants who met regularly to play cards in Omaha, Nebraska. He reportedly created the sandwich for the group to eat during the games.

Another version of the story claims that it was created by a New York City deli owner named Arnold Reuben, who served the sandwich to his customers in the 1920s.

Regardless of who created it, the Reuben sandwich quickly gained popularity in the United States and is now considered a classic American dish. It is often served in delis and diners, and has become a staple at many Jewish delicatessens. Today, the sandwich is enjoyed by people all over the United States, and it's a popular menu item in many restaurants.

Reuben sandwich is also a common dish in different countries, it's called with different names but the core ingredients remain the same.

The Reuben sandwich is a classic sandwich made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing on rye bread. Here's a unique twist on the traditional recipe:

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of rye bread
• 8 oz of corned beef
• 8 slices of Swiss cheese
• 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the Thousand Island dressing, mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce to make the dressing.
2. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Spread the dressing on one side of each slice of bread.
4. Place 4 slices of bread, dressing-side down, in the skillet.
5. On each slice of bread, add 1/4 cup of sauerkraut, 2 slices of corned beef, and 2 slices of Swiss cheese.
6. Top each sandwich with a slice of bread, dressing-side up.
7. Spread butter on the top of each sandwich.
8. Cook the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
9. Cut the sandwiches in half and serve.

You can add some variations to this recipe like adding caramelized onions, bacon or pickles to make it more unique.

You can also try different types of cheese like gouda, cheddar, or gruyere.

Enjoy your unique Reuben sandwich!