This Roast Turkey Reuben Sandwich combines the classic flavors of a Reuben with a few delicious twists! A perfect sandwich for a quick lunch or dinner for the whole family.
Well….I got the email yesterday, reminding me that I am officially 30 weeks pregnant. And I must say, I have mixed feelings about it! There is part of me that can’t believe I am only 3/4 of the way through this pregnancy, or that I still have 10 weeks to go. And at the same time, there is part of me that can’t believe we only have 10 weeks left of life as a family of 5! 10 weeks left of sleeping through the night, of enjoying plenty of peaceful moments throughout the day, of feeling like we can leave the house without sheer and utter chaos! Just 10 weeks left to paint the nursery and get Nora out of the crib…..!
I’ve had similar feelings throughout all of my pregnancies….but the mixed emotions definitely feel a little more intense this time around. I guess it makes sense, considering the fact that everything has felt different this time around! It would help, I think, if we could just get a few things checked off the list…..like the nursery, or the family pictures I’ve been wanting to have taken, or the little getaway we’d like to take, or….the name! Up until a few days ago we were completely set with a name – first and middle – and suddenly we are both second guessing it! UGH!!
Coming up with the right name is not an easy task….especially when you’re dealing with a last name like Trochelman, or when you’re trying to coordinate the new name with 3 other names! Do you choose something that sounds similar? Something that sounds different and is uniquely its own? Something that fits with a pattern you’ve established? For example, all of our girls have names that end in “-a”. Ellia, Greta, and Nora. Should our new little girl have an “a” at the end of her name, too?? So much to think about!
Roast Turkey Reuben Sandwich
At the end of the day, I have no doubt we’ll get everything done that needs to be done….including coming up with a name we are both sure of! Who knew that naming could be such a challenge…!? Although, I must say, coming up with the right name for this sandwich felt like quite a challenge, too! I’ve always known it as a Rachel….but there is something odd about calling one of your sandwiches the same name as one of your friends….ya know what I mean? So I hemmed and hawed, and eventually landed on Roast Turkey Reuben. Packed with roast turkey, melted Swiss cheese, mashed avocado, creamy cole slaw, and thousand island dressing, this sandwich is SO GOOD it almost doesn’t even matter what you call it! If only the same were true for children.
Roast Turkey Reuben (aka Rachel)
Ingredients
- 1 sandwich roll
- 4 slices roast turkey
- 1 slice Swiss cheese
- 1/2 mashed avocado
- 1/4 c. creamy cole slaw
- 2 Tbsp. thousand island dressing
Instructions
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Spread thousand island on sandwich roll.
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Top with mashed avocado, turkey, and cheese.
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Toast in 350 degree oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
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Top with cole slaw.
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Betty Daniels says
This looks so delicious. Wish I could have one for lunch today.
Rest assured, no matter what you name your little one, we will love her.
tanya says
Ah i remember those last minute feelings. At least you know that no matter what it will all get done…eventually! Yes, you need the name and the crib, but anything else can wait. So exciting! Your pregnancy seems to have gone quickly! Anyway, I love the addition of avocados to you Reuben! Yum!
Kathi @ Deliciously Yum! says
Now that’s what I call a sandwich. Loving all of these things! Wishing you all the best as you’re getting close to the arrival of your brand new baby. I am sure ya’ll will settle on the perfect name 🙂
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
I’ve only recently discovered the turkey reuben and I must say I like it just as much as the original! Nice twists on yours.
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
Wowzers. I’ve never had a Rachel but I’m dying to try one now!!! I say go with the “a” theme. Why give up a good thing now 🙂 I heard Julia is an awesome choice…just saying! HAHA!
Jess says
I remember feeling like 30 weeks was the home stretch , especially since both my littles came at 36 weeks! So much to consider and think about – names, last minute “to dos” and soon your little one will be here! It will go well, and these delicious sandwiches would be a way to enjoy those last weeks when you can actually grab a bite! Soon you will have one more little one to take care of – you busy girl!!!! 🙂
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
10 weeks will fly by!! I remember all the worry – but in the end everything seems to work out! 🙂 I love Reuben sandwiches – and although I have heard of a Rachel, I have never actually tried one! Now, I feel like I need to try it soon!
Shelley @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
Epiphany moment! I loooooove turkey reubens (a slightly healthier take on the reubens my mom and I have shared a love for ever since I was a kid). However … it has never, ever occurred to me to put avocado on one, and I think it’s just the absolute best idea I’ve heard in days! Brilliant! 😀 Oh, and about your name conundrum – if it makes you feel one bit better … my kiddos were born several weeks early (twins), and although we had worked and worked on names, we went into the birth still not knowing for sure who they would be and debating last-minute adjustments! Egads! 😀
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
This sandwich looks so yummy Cathy! I can’t believe you only have 10 weeks left to go! That seems like such a short time to me 🙂 I am so excited for you!!
Tonia says
Looks amazing! I love the avocado on there!
Jen @ Yummy Healthy Easy says
That sandwich. Oh my word. YUM! Baby names are so hard! We have a weird long last name too so all of our boys (with the exception of my oldest) have a one syllable first name. It was always the middle names that were hard for me to decide on. I can’t believe you’re already 30 weeks!! And still making amazing food/pictures! You are my hero.
Heather @ Sugar Dish says
If it makes you feel any better I always feel like I am running out of time for EVERYTHING!!!!! 30 weeks is WONDERFUL Cathy! And I love the names of all your girls! I changed the name of my youngest the morning he was born. It was a good call. You’ll get everything done that you’re supposed to — especially with awesome time-saving recipes like this! I love a turkey Reuben! Or Rachel. Whatever you call it. Also loving that avocado! Thanks for being part of this week’s meal plan!