Sandwiches (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 4 slices dark pumpernickel bread.
02 - 2 tablespoons Russian Dressing.
03 - 4 ounces Gouda cheese, sliced.
04 - 8 ounces beef kielbasa sausage.
05 - 1/2 cup sauerkraut, well drained.
06 - 2 tablespoons butter.

Instructions:

01 - Warm the beef kielbasa on a grill or pan until crisp and fully heated. Allow it to cool slightly before slicing.
02 - Arrange the pumpernickel slices on a clean surface and evenly distribute the Gouda cheese over each slice.
03 - Spread Russian dressing on top of the cheese-covered bread slices.
04 - Place the drained sauerkraut on two of the cheese-covered slices.
05 - Slice the cooked kielbasa diagonally into ΒΌ inch pieces and place them on the remaining cheese-covered slices.
06 - Preheat a flat griddle over medium heat and melt the butter across the surface.
07 - Once the butter is bubbly and slightly browned, place each bread slice toppings-side up on the pan, covering loosely with foil.
08 - Cook on medium heat to ensure the cheese melts thoroughly without overly browning the bread.
09 - Once the cheese has melted, assemble the sandwiches by placing the sauerkraut-topped slices on top of the kielbasa-topped slices.
10 - Cut each sandwich in half and serve warm.

Notes:

01 - For an extra kick, add a slice of dill pickle or a dash of horseradish to the sandwich before assembling.
02 - This sandwich pairs well with a side of potato salad or a crisp dill pickle spear.