Description
The Delectable Rachel Sandwich is a classic American deli-style hot sandwich featuring layers of sliced deli turkey breast, Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut, all enhanced with Russian or Thousand Island dressing and grilled between buttery rye bread slices. Perfectly golden and melty, this sandwich is a quick and satisfying meal ideal for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread and Spread
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1/2 cup Russian or Thousand Island dressing
Sandwich Filling
- 1/2 pound sliced deli turkey breast
- 1/2 pound Swiss cheese slices
- 1 cup sauerkraut (well-drained)
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Lay out the rye bread slices on a clean surface. Evenly spread Russian or Thousand Island dressing on each slice to add flavor and moisture to the sandwich.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: On four of the dressed bread slices, layer the sliced deli turkey breast, followed by Swiss cheese slices, and then add the well-drained sauerkraut on top. Cover each sandwich with the remaining dressed bread slices to form four sandwiches.
- Butter the Bread: Spread the softened butter on the outsides of each sandwich. This will help achieve a golden, crispy crust while grilling.
- Heat Pan: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat to ensure even cooking without burning.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the heated skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Grill until the bread turns golden brown and the Swiss cheese inside melts completely.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice them as desired, and serve warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For extra flavor, lightly grill the sauerkraut before assembling the sandwiches to enhance its tanginess.
- Use marble rye bread instead of regular rye for a bolder, more robust flavor.
- Swap the turkey with pastrami to create a more traditional Rachel sandwich variation.
