Description
Rachel sandwich showcases tender corned beef, Swiss cheese, and tangy Russian dressing on grilled rye bread. Layers of savory ingredients create a delightful twist on classic deli fare that you will crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices rye bread
- 8 slices turkey breast
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) coleslaw
- 4 tbsps (60 ml) Russian dressing
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) butter, softened
Instructions
- Generously coat one side of each rye bread slice with creamy butter, ensuring complete coverage.
- Arrange turkey slices evenly on the unbuttered side of four bread pieces, creating a foundational protein layer.
- Spread a generous helping of zesty coleslaw over the turkey, adding a crisp and tangy dimension.
- Layer Swiss cheese atop the coleslaw, allowing its rich, smooth texture to complement the other ingredients.
- Drizzle Russian dressing across the cheese, infusing the sandwich with a signature tangy-sweet flavor profile.
- Crown each prepared slice with the remaining bread, positioning the buttered side outward for optimal grilling.
- Preheat a skillet or griddle to medium heat, ensuring an even cooking surface around 350°F.
- Carefully place sandwiches on the heated surface, allowing them to sizzle and transform for 3-4 minutes until a golden-brown crust develops.
- Flip sandwiches with a spatula, cooking the opposite side for an additional 3-4 minutes until cheese melts and bread achieves a uniform crispy texture.
- Remove from heat, slice diagonally to create elegant halves, and serve immediately while warm and aromatic.
Notes
- Butter the bread’s outer sides generously to achieve a golden, crispy exterior that adds crunch and rich flavor.
- Choose high-quality deli turkey for maximum taste and ensure the meat is thinly sliced for easier sandwich assembly.
- For a lighter version, swap regular Russian dressing with a yogurt-based alternative and use low-fat Swiss cheese to reduce calories.
- Toast the sandwich slowly over medium heat to prevent burning and allow the cheese to melt perfectly while creating an even golden-brown crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg