These Reuben Pinwheels are a delightful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich. Made with layers of pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing, these pinwheels are rolled up in puff pastry and baked to golden perfection. They are perfect as an appetizer for parties or as a quick and easy lunch. The flavors of the Reuben sandwich come together beautifully in these bite-sized pinwheels.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- ¼ cup Thousand Island dressing
- ½ cup sauerkraut, well-drained
- 8 slices pastrami
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface to about 12x12 inches.
- Spread the Thousand Island dressing evenly over the puff pastry.
- Evenly distribute the sauerkraut over the dressing.
- Layer the pastrami slices on top of the sauerkraut.
- Cover the pastrami with the Swiss cheese slices.
- Starting from one end, tightly roll up the puff pastry sheet into a log.
- Slice the log into ½ inch thick pinwheels.
- Place the pinwheels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the pinwheels with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The Reuben sandwich is believed to have originated in the early 20th century and is named after Arnold Reuben, the owner of Reuben's Delicatessen in New York City.
Traditional Reuben sandwiches are made with corned beef, but this recipe uses pastrami for a slightly different twist.
Sauerkraut is a German fermented cabbage that adds a tangy and crunchy element to the pinwheels.