Fill a Rocket Scientist's Empty Stomach Reuben Burg

Name: Fill a Rocket Scientist's Empty Stomach Reuben Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise; ½ cup ketchup; ¼ cup chili sauce (cocktail); 1 tablespoon horseradish; 1 sweet gherkin pickle; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 1 lb ground chuck; 1 lb ground sirloin; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; ¼ teaspoon ground allspice; ¼ teaspoon ground cloves; ¼ teaspoon mustard; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 1 ½ cups sauerkraut; 12 slices rye bread (approximately 1-inch thick); 6 slices swiss cheese

Servings: persons

1 cup mayonnaise
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup chili sauce (cocktail)
1 tablespoon horseradish
1 sweet gherkin pickle
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 lb ground chuck
1 lb ground sirloin
1 egg
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon mustard
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 ½ cups sauerkraut
12 slices rye bread (approximately 1-inch thick)
6 slices swiss cheese

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["Set grill to med-low (on my grill this is around 300 degrees Fahrenheit)", "Russian Dressing:", "Mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, chili cocktail sauce, and horseradish.", "Finely chop the pickle and add to dressing.", "Stir in parsley.", "Refrigerate until ready for use.", "Mix together both meats, the egg as a binder, the Worcestershire sauce, allspice, cloves and mustard along with desired amount of salt and pepper.", "(I prefer grinding my own allspice and cloves and it takes just a couple of each).", "It is important not to over work the meat and have it get tough.", "Divide the meat into 6 (1/3 pound) burgers about 1"" thick, and press the centers in to prevent them from balling up on the grill.", "Place on the grill approximately 5 minutes per side depending on desired doneness.", "Begin warming the sauerkraut in a separate pan.", "The bread should go on the grill after turning the burgers, at a low temperature area so they will toast but not burn.", "Top the burger with cheese in the last 2 minutes of burger cooking time.", "Remove burgers and bread.", "Spread each slice of bread with Russian dressing, and top with 1/4 cup of sauerkraut.", "Cover with remaining bread."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mayonnaise, ½ cup ketchup, ¼ cup chili sauce (cocktail), 1 tablespoon horseradish, and more.

Yes, Fill a Rocket Scientist's Empty Stomach Reuben Burgers falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fill a Rocket Scientist's Empty Stomach Reuben Burgers

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