Slow-Cooker Reuben Sandwiches

Health score
30%
Slow-Cooker Reuben Sandwiches
675 min.
8
642kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a hearty and delicious meal that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of comfort food? Look no further than these Slow-Cooker Reuben Sandwiches! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this recipe combines the rich flavors of tender corned beef brisket, tangy sauerkraut, and creamy Swiss cheese, all nestled between perfectly toasted slices of pumpernickel rye bread.

What makes this dish truly special is the convenience of the slow cooker. With minimal prep time, you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over 9 to 11 hours. Imagine coming home to the enticing aroma of a savory meal that’s ready to serve! Each bite is a delightful balance of textures and tastes, from the crunch of the toasted bread to the melt-in-your-mouth beef and the zesty kick of Thousand Island dressing.

This recipe serves 8, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual get-togethers with friends. Not only is it satisfying, but it also boasts a caloric breakdown that includes a hearty dose of protein and a comforting amount of fat, ensuring you feel full and content. So gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to enjoy a classic Reuben sandwich that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • pounds corned beef brisket 
  • 16 slices cocktail rye bread toasted
  • pounds sauerkraut refrigerated
  • ounce swiss cheese 
  • cup thousand island dressing 

Equipment

  • slotted spoon
  • slow cooker
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Place sauerkraut in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker.
  2. Place beef brisket on sauerkraut. (If brisket includes packet of spices, sprinkle spices over brisket.)
  3. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 9 to 11 hours.
  4. Remove beef from cooker; place on cutting board.
  5. Cut beef into slices. To serve, spread 1 tablespoon dressing on each toast slice. Using slotted spoon to remove sauerkraut from cooker, top 8 slices toast with 1/2 cup sauerkraut each. Top sauerkraut with beef slices and cheese slice. Top with remaining toast. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer’s directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories642kcal
Protein19.5%
Fat54.88%
Carbs25.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.92
Glycemic Load
14.85
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
29.626087126525%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:641.68kcal
32.08%
Fat:38.92g
59.88%
Saturated Fat:12.55g
78.46%
Carbohydrates:40.89g
13.63%
Net Carbohydrates:33.64g
12.23%
Sugar:9.23g
10.26%
Cholesterol:95.72mg
31.91%
Sodium:2868.61mg
124.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.11g
62.23%
Selenium:51µg
72.86%
Vitamin C:47.54mg
57.63%
Vitamin B1:0.8mg
53.56%
Vitamin B12:2.87µg
47.91%
Phosphorus:406.52mg
40.65%
Manganese:0.74mg
36.76%
Zinc:5.5mg
36.65%
Vitamin K:37.5µg
35.71%
Calcium:346.3mg
34.63%
Vitamin B3:6.89mg
34.46%
Iron:5.8mg
32.22%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.67%
Fiber:7.25g
29%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
27.21%
Folate:105.84µg
26.46%
Potassium:689.37mg
19.7%
Copper:0.37mg
18.3%
Magnesium:68.07mg
17.02%
Vitamin E:1.79mg
11.93%
Vitamin B5:1.15mg
11.55%
Vitamin A:326.13IU
6.52%