Guest Author - Robin Rounds Whittemore
You've no doubt heard the saying, "corned beef on rye". Most recipes with corned beef will feature rye bread, but don't stop there. Just because it is an old saying doesn't mean that new traditions cannot start. Sourdough bread is one of my favorite breads and corned beef can indeed be placed between two slices. Wheat is another bread to try this sandwich with if you do not care for rye.
The first sandwich that comes to mind is the classic Reuben sandwich. Traditionally this sandwich is served on rye bread. In addition to corned beef, you also have sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island Dressing to place within two slices of bread. The best way to make this is grilled or toasted.
Take the rye bread slices and spread Thousand Island Dressing on each piece. Place a slice of Swiss cheese on each dressing topped bread. Now place the amount of corned beef that you want, sliced thinly, on one of the bread slices. Next comes the sauerkraut, or cabbage slices that were cooked with the corned beef dinner; on the other slice of bread.
Put the sandwich together and toast in a grill machine. You could also butter the outside of both sides of bread and toast in a skillet. You can always eat it fresh without the toasting or grilling.
For a very hearty breakfast sandwich, try cooking corned beef hash in a skillet. Spread and fry it in a pan just like you would eggs. Flip it over, making sure to cook thoroughly. Save the cooked hash to a plate and cover with a lid to keep it warm. In the same pan, cook two eggs any way you would like them. Place the hash and eggs between two waffles and enjoy.
Should you decide to throw a party, these corned beef appetizers may come in handy. Using rye party bread slices, place sliced corned beef on top of each one. On the next slice, place a mustard and horseradish sauce. Then put the two slices together for a unique corned beef slider. The sauce is made by mixing 1/2 cup brown mustard, 2 teaspoons horseradish, and 1 cup mayonnaise. You can always add more horseradish if you wish.
One tip for cooking the corned beef: If you boil the corned beef, try mixing one cup of mustard with one cup of dark brown sugar. When the corned beef is done boiling, place it on a broiling pan and make knife slashes on top. Spread the mustard and sugar mixture over the meat. Broil the mixture covered corned beef for an additional 10 minutes to let the mixture soak in.
