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Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with these melty Reuben sandwiches! The corned beef brisket is slow-cooked with aromatic spices, onion, garlic, beer, and beef broth, creating tender and flavorful meat. Rye bread is layered with thousand island dressing, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and the juicy corned beef, then toasted in butter until the bread is crispy and the cheese is perfectly melted. A simple yet satisfying way to enjoy the holiday!
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Place the corned beef brisket in a slow cooker along with the pickling spice packet, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, white onion, garlic, beer, and beef broth.
Cook on low for 8 hours until the brisket is tender and easily shredded.
Spread thousand island dressing on one side of each slice of rye bread.
Layer corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut on half of the bread slices, then top with the remaining slices to form sandwiches.
Melt butter in a pan over medium heat.
Toast the sandwiches on both sides until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.
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If you don’t have Guinness, any beer will work, but darker beers add more depth of flavor.
Store-bought thousand island dressing saves time, but you can make your own if preferred.
For extra crispiness, press the sandwiches lightly with a spatula while toasting.
Can I use a different type of bread?
Yes, while rye bread is traditional for Reuben sandwiches, you can substitute with sourdough or any sturdy bread.
Can I make this without a slow cooker?
Yes, you can simmer the corned beef brisket on the stovetop in a large pot for 3–4 hours until tender.
What can I use instead of thousand island dressing?
Russian dressing is a great alternative, or you can mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and relish to create a similar flavor.
Can I make these sandwiches ahead of time?
You can prepare the corned beef brisket ahead and refrigerate it. Assemble and toast the sandwiches just before serving for the best texture.
How do I store leftover corned beef?
Store leftover corned beef in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
