Creamy Pastrami Sandwich (Print-Friendly Version)
Creamy pastrami sandwich with Swiss, mustard, lettuce, and tomato on your favorite bread.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Sandwich Components
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8 slices sandwich bread (rye, sourdough, or white as preferred)
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1 pound sliced beef pastrami
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8 slices Swiss cheese
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 cup shredded lettuce (optional)
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1 medium tomato, thinly sliced (optional)
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2 tablespoons butter for toasting (optional)
→ Creamy Spread
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
# How to Make It:
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In a small bowl, blend softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, and onion powder until fully smooth.
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add sliced pastrami and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes or until warmed through.
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Generously spread the creamy mixture on one side of each bread slice.
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Place warm pastrami, Swiss cheese, shredded lettuce, and tomato slices on four bread slices with spread.
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Cover each assembled slice with another bread slice, creamy side facing down.
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For a golden crust, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until golden and cheese is melted.
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Cut each sandwich in half and serve warm.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Butter creates a crisp exterior if grilling, but sandwiches are also delicious untoasted.
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Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature for easier blending.