When I lived in New York, my midtown office building housed a deli that made a great Reuben sandwich. So many grilled Reubens are greasy and not very pleasant to eat, but this version, while still hearty, was different – served open-faced on a base of crisp toasted bread, the meat and kraut components griddled before being layered on, and the cheese melted under a broiler, it was a delightful mix of textures and flavors. The sandwich was cut into quarters and served with a sidecar of dressing, so you could spread or dunk to your liking. This sandwich was inspired by that old favorite, with a tart and creamy aioli standing in for the traditional Russian dressing, and turkey replacing the corned beef. It’s a little bit lighter but still indulgent, and it's a fun way to remix Thanksgiving leftovers.

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