Ham and Swiss Rueben

What You Need:

1/2 C Thousand Island dressing
1 t mustard
1 C coleslaw mix, shredded
2 T of margarine
3 slices rye bread
4 oz. cooked, sliced thin
4 oz. Swiss cheese, sliced thin

How to Make it:

Whisk the salad dressing and mustard together in a bowls.
Place the coleslaw mix into a large mixing bowl.
Pour the dressing mixture over the coleslaw and stir until blended in well.
Spread the margarine onto one side of all the slices of bread.
Place ham slices on 4 pieces of bread on the side that is not buttered.
Place a spoonful of the coleslaw mix on top of the ham slices.
Top with a slice of cheese.
Place the other slices of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
Heat a skillet over medium low heat.
Place the sandwiches into the heated skillet.
Cook 3 minutes or until beginning to brown.
Flip the sandwich.
Cook 3 minutes or until browned and the cheese is beginning to melt.

Makes 4 servings

Sandwiches make a great quick fix evening meal. Add a side of French fries or chips and a dessert. You may substitute marble rye or whole wheat bread for the rye bread if you like. Sliced mozzarella or Colby Jack cheese may also be used in place of the Swiss.

Preparation Time: approximately 15 minutes
Cooking Time: approximately 6 minutes
Total Time: approximately 21 minutes

Nutritional Information: (approximate values per serving)
Calories 409; Fat 21g; Saturated Fat 9g; Carbohydrates 37g; Fiber 5g; Protein 18g; Cholesterol 54 mg; Sodium 1,023 mg