Making a hot pastrami sandwich is simple and delicious! Here’s a classic recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices of rye bread (or your favorite bread)
  • 1/2 lb sliced pastrami (deli-style)
  • 2-4 slices of Swiss cheese (or cheese of choice)
  • 2-3 tbsp Dijon mustard (or spicy mustard)
  • 1/4 cup sauerkraut (optional, for a Reuben-style sandwich)
  • Butter or mayo for toasting the bread (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Warm the Pastrami:
    • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
    • Add a small amount of water or broth to the pan and warm the pastrami slices gently to keep them moist.
  2. Toast the Bread:
    • Butter one side of each slice of bread (optional) or skip this step for a lighter sandwich.
    • Toast the bread in a skillet until golden brown on one side.
  3. Assemble the Sandwich:
    • Spread mustard on the untoasted side of the bread slices.
    • Layer the warm pastrami on one slice of bread.
    • Add Swiss cheese on top of the pastrami.
    • If using sauerkraut, place it on top of the cheese.
  4. Melt the Cheese:
    • Place the second slice of bread on top (toasted side out).
    • Grill the sandwich in the skillet over medium heat, pressing lightly with a spatula. Cook until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.
  5. Slice and Serve:
    • Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then cut it in half.
    • Serve with a pickle, coleslaw, or chips on the side.

Enjoy your hearty and flavorful hot pastrami sandwich!

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