Vegetarian Reubens

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter 
• 12 slices cocktail rye bread dark
• 16 ounce sauerkraut drained
• 1 pound cheddar cheese smoked shredded
• 1 cup thousand island salad dressing to taste
• 2  tomatoes sliced

Equipment

• frying pan
• mixing bowl

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cheese and sauerkraut.
2. Add enough dressing to coat, and mix thoroughly.
3. Butter each slice of bread on one side.
4. Spread a thick layer of the cheese mixture onto unbuttered side of half of the bread slices. Top with sliced tomato and another slice of bread.
5. Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat. Fry sandwiches on both sides until the outside is toasted and the cheese is melted.