We really enjoy these sandwiches. Even if you think you don't like sauerkraut, you might like to try them, as my husband did. We find these to be a wonderful cold-weather supper, accompanied by Apple Salad.
| 4 | Bread SlicesA good sturdy dark rye or pumpernickel, preferably with caraway seeds is an excellent choice. | |
| 8 | Cheese SlicesSwiss is the classic choice; try a combination of Swiss and Provolone. | |
| 14 | fluid oz. | SauerkrautWe usually buy this size can; buy whatever you need. |
| 1 | tbsp | Lightly Salted ButterOr unsalted, as you prefer |
| ¼ | cup | Yellow OnionScant, diced very small |
| 1 | Heat a grill or pan as you would to grill sandwiches. |
| 2 | Heat a small pot on medium-low heat. |
| 3 | Add to the heated pot, one teaspoon of butter. After it melts, add the diced onions and let them saute briefly, just until they become translucent, a minute or so. |
| 4 | Drain the can of sauerkraut, and add the sauerkraut to the pot. Let the sauerkraut saute as you prepare the sandwiches to grill. I like the sauerkraut to brown just a little. This softens the flavor of the sauerkraut a little and also adds to the flavor of the finished sandwich. |
| 5 | To compose the sandwiches, place two slices of bread on a flat surface. Place two slices of cheese on top of each slice. Then, place a few spoonfuls of sauerkraut over the cheese on each slice of bread. Then, distribute about a tablespoon or so of the Thousand Island Dressing over the sauerkraut. Then place two slices of cheese over the dressing. Finally, place a bread slice on top to complete composing each sandwich. |
| 6 | To grill, for each sandwich, place a dot of butter on the grill or pan; spread the butter a little somewhat in the shape of the sandwich slices. |
| 7 | Place each sandwich on top of the melted, distributed butter. |
| 8 | While the sandwiches are grilling on that side, spread butter on the top slice, evenly and sparingly. |
| 9 | After a couple of minutes, turn the sandwiches over to grill on the other side. The cheese should melt some. Turn the heat down and leave the sandwiches on a little longer if needed. |
| 10 | The sandwiches are ready. |