Mini Sausage Rubens

• 12 lb smoked sausage
• 1 loaf miniature party rye rounds
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup thousand island dressing
• 16 ounces sauerkraut
• 10 slices swiss cheese

1. Slice sausage into 1/4 inch pieces.
2. Drain the sauerkraut.
3. Cut cheese slices into 1/2-inch x 2-1/2-inch strips.
4. Melt butter in small skillet.
5. Brush rye bread with butter on both sides.
6. Place on baking sheet.
7. Toast at 400F for 5 minutes.
8. Turn.
9. Remove from oven and build Rubens ending with cris- crossed cheese slices on top.
10. Bake for 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.

sausage, party rye, butter, sauerkraut, swiss cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/mini-sausage-rubens-490948 (may not work)