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Slow Cooker Reuben Sandwiches
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Reuben sandwich meets sloppy Joe. Slow-cooking corned beef with the classic combo of creamy Thousand Island, sauerkraut, and Swiss gives all the flavors the chance to meld together beautifully. Scoop it onto toasted rye for standard Reubens or turn it into an appetizer with crackers or crostini.
serves/makes:
ready in:
2-5 hrs
2-5 hrs
1 review
1 comment
ingredients
1 can (12 ounce size) corned beef, or use leftover corned beef brisket
1 cup Thousand Island salad dressing, plus more for the sandwiches
1 cup sauerkraut, well drained
10 ounces grated Swiss cheese
12 slices rye or pumpernickel bread
directions
Crumble the corned beef (or shred it if using leftover brisket) and place in the crock pot along with the Thousand Island dressing, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese. Mix well.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours or until the mixture is heated through and the cheese is melted.
Spread one side of each slice of rye bread with Thousand Island dressing. Top half of the slices with some of the Reuben sandwich filling. Place another sliced of bread on top, Thousand Island side down.
You can also spread the filling on slices of party rye for appetizers.
crock pot notes
Crock pots/slow cookers all heat differently. There is no standard among manufacturers. Cooking times are suggested guidelines based on our testing. Please adjust cooking times and temps to work with your brand and model of slow cooker.recipe tips
Toast the rye bread before assembling the sandwiches for added texture.
Add additional toppings like pickles or mustard, if desired.
If using canned corned beef, look for a quality brand with minimal additives for the best flavor.
Try different types of cheeses, such as Gruyere or provolone, for a different flavor.
common recipe questions
What else can I make with the sandwich mixture?
Aside from sandwiching it between rye bread, you can also serve the Reuben mixture on crackers or crostini as appetizers. It's also good as a filling inside crescent rolls (Reubens in a blanket anyone?)
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Store any leftover sandwich mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Can the mixture be frozen?
You can freeze the sandwich mixture in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
nutrition data
650 calories, 38 grams fat, 41 grams carbohydrates, 35 grams protein per serving.
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reviews & comments
My mouth is watering something fierce. Yeah, it looks GOOOOOD!
July 20, 2013
This is more like a reuben spread than a sandwich recipe. Could use as a dip too.