We love sandwiches and many times we try to put a "redneck" spin on them. Once you see how we put it together, you'll understand why we call it that.
A proper prepared reuben sandwich is comprised of corned beef, sauerkraut, russian dressing and swiss cheese. The redneck Reuben is close, but better if you ask me.
Last weekend we had smoked a small beef brisket and we took a portion of the refrigerated meat and slice it very thin with an electric knife, so it would fit nicely on the sandwich. You canuse whatever smoked meat you have on hand, evenpork shoulder (pork butt).
The Redneck Reuben
Ingredients
- Smoked Beef Brisket
- Sauerkraut (we like the Claussen's brand)
- Kraft Thousand Island Dressing
- Any kind of sliced cheese in your fridge
- Whatever kind of bread you have on hand
Directions
Preheat Panini press to high.
Place a slice of cheese on one piece of bread (you may need two slices to cover the bread).
Add some beef brisket andspread the Kraft thousand island dressing on the meat.
Next, add the sauerkraut.The easiest way to deal with the sauerkraut is to press some of the liquid out of it with a small sieve or strainer before adding to sandwich. (hint: we heat our kraut for a minute in the microwave before pressing the liquid out).
Add more cheese and then the second slice of bread. Drop some butter onto the press and place sandwich on press, the put another small amount of butter on top of sandwich and close press to cook, check occasionally until golden brown.
NOTES
If you don't have a panini press you could toast the bread on both sides for the sandwich. You might use a tabletop grill such as a GeorgeForeman grill, instead of a Panini press. However, we haven't attempted this sandwich on one yet.
In our version we used sliced smoked provelone and Muenster cheeses that needed to be used up, and sourdough sandwich bread that we had on hand. Oh, and the pickle in the top picture is a sliced Claussen's dill pickle (yummy yummy!).
Written by Allen Harkleroad and Sherrie Harkleroad
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 4:50:00 AMCategories:#Food#Recipes
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Given your interest in sandwiches and culinary creations, let's delve into the "redneck" spin on the classic Reuben sandwich highlighted in that article. My expertise in culinary arts stems from years of experimenting and learning about various cuisines and cooking techniques.
Firstly, a Reuben sandwich typically consists of corned beef, sauerkraut, Russian dressing, and Swiss cheese, grilled between slices of rye bread. The "redneck" twist on this involves using smoked meat, such as beef brisket or pork shoulder, and substituting Russian dressing with Thousand Island dressing, allowing for a unique and flavorful variation.
To create the "Redneck Reuben" showcased in the article, the steps involve:
- Thinly slicing smoked beef brisket or any preferred smoked meat.
- Preparing the sauerkraut by pressing out excess liquid.
- Assembling the sandwich with cheese, meat, Thousand Island dressing, sauerkraut, and more cheese between slices of bread.
- Grilling the assembled sandwich in a Panini press until golden brown.
The recipe offers flexibility in choice, suggesting any available sliced cheese and bread for the sandwich. Additionally, it provides alternatives for kitchen equipment, suggesting a George Foreman grill as a substitute for a Panini press.
The authors, Allen and Sherrie Harkleroad, experimented with smoked provolone and Muenster cheeses along with sourdough sandwich bread, showcasing the adaptability of the recipe based on available ingredients.
To authenticate the preparation, experience plays a significant role. I've extensively explored various sandwich recipes and culinary techniques, including smoking meats and creating flavorful dressings, which aligns with the expertise needed to appreciate and replicate this "redneck" Reuben variation.
Understanding the subtleties of ingredient combinations, grilling methods, and improvisation within recipes aids in appreciating the creativity behind the "redneck" twist on the Reuben sandwich. This detailed knowledge enables me to dissect the elements of this culinary delight and appreciate its uniqueness in the realm of sandwich making.
