Turkey Reuben sandwich, or a Rachel, is made with sliced deli turkey, Swiss, sauerkraut, and a homemade Russian dressing. Cook in a cast iron skillet until golden and melty. This sandwich is the healthier counterpart to the Reuben.

I just found out that there is a counterpart to the classic Reuben sandwich.

Did you know this?

Let’s start off with the ingredients for the classic Reuben:

• sliced corned beef
• sauerkraut
• Swiss cheese
• Russian dressing
• rye bread

These sandwiches are the reason I always make corned beef for St. Patrick’s Day.

Amiright?

I have also been known to pizza-fy a Reuben. Don’t knock it until you try it!

The Rachel, or turkey reuben sandwich, is the healthier counterpart to the Reuben.

Substitute sliced oven-roasted turkey breast for the corned beef to make a Rachel.

Mike likes to call these fancy grilled cheese sandwiches.

He really has a knack for naming recipes.

Eye roll.

The combination of Russian dressing, Swiss cheese, rye bread, and sauerkraut is great on it’s own.

I made a veggie based version with beets!

Again, don’t knock it until you try it.

I do not like to buy a whole bottle of Russian dressing for the few occasions we make these sandwiches throughout the year.

This turkey reuben sandwich has a bonus recipe for a small amount of homemade Russian dressing.

All you need to make it are:

• mayonnaise
• ketchup
• mustard
• Worcestershire
• smoked paprika
• prepared horseradish
• relish
• minced onion
• salt & pepper

PS this is also just fabulous on patty melts or burgers!

Super Bowl and football playoffs are right around the corner.

I think these sandwiches would be great for a small football themed gathering.

Serve them up with some chips and all the dips!

Next week I have two new dips to share with you guys.

Get excited!

Turkey Reuben Sandwich

Yield: 4 Sandwiches

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Rachels or turkey Reubens are made on rye bread with homemade Russian dressing, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and sliced roasted turkey breast.

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Ingredients

• For the Russian Dressing:
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 3 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire
• 1/2 tsp prepared horseradish
• 1 heaping tbsp minced onion
• 1 tsp relish
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• For the Rachels:
• 1lb sliced deli oven roasted turkey breast
• butter
• 3/4 cup jarred sauerkraut
• 1-2 tbsp Russian dressing (above) per sandwich
• 8 slices of Swiss cheese, cut in half
• 8 slices of soft rye bread, like Rosen's

Instructions

1. Combine all the ingredients for the Russian dressing in a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine. Transfer to a jar or container with a lid. Store in the fridge until ready to make the sandwiches.
2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium low for 1-2 minutes.
3. Spread butter over one side of each slice of bread. Place butter side down on the hot cast iron.
4. Top each slice with 1 tbsp of Russian dressing.
5. Top one slice with a few tablespoons of the sauerkraut and cover with a half slice of cheese. Top the other slice with a half slice of cheese and then about 3-4 slices of turkey. Top each half with another half of the Swiss.
6. Cook until golden and the cheese starts to melt, about 3 minutes. Flip the sauerkraut side over the turkey half. Gently press down using a spatula. Cook for 1 more minute, then flip and cook for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat if needed to prevent burning.
7. Cook this way until all the sandwiches have been cooked until melted and golden.

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