What Is Rye bread and How Can I Use It?
If rye bread has turned up in a recipe or caught your eye at the store, here's what you need to use it with confidence and how to choose it, cook it, store it, what to substitute, and 48 recipes to try it in.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 oz (28g)Where found
Rye bread is usually found in the bakery section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Rye bread is a member of the Baked Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much does rye bread weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 28 grams |
| 1 slice | 32 grams |
| 1 slice, snack-size | 7 grams |
| 1 slice, thin | 20 grams |
Related
Baked Products
| In Chinese: | 黑麦面包 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | pain de seigle | |
| en español: | pan de centeno |
Recipes using rye bread
There are 48 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Turkey Reuben Sandwiches
Quick and easy way of using up leftover turkey. Turkey, topped with sauerkraut and melted swiss cheese.
Bacon, Cheese, & Tomato Sandwiches
Open-faced bacon, Swiss cheese, and tomato sandwiches on toasted rye with dill mayo, melted under the microwave in 90 seconds. A quick, hot lunch ready in 10 minutes flat.
Turkey Reuben
Sliced turkey, tangy sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese, and a homemade Russian dressing on buttered rye bread, broiled until golden and gooey. A lighter spin on the classic deli Reuben that's ready in 25 minutes.
Pastrami Sandwich
Added sliced Provolone, which I melted over the top under the broiler and made the sandwiches in pita pockets. Delicious!
Crab Melt Sandwich
Crab and Swiss cheese melt together on a crispy grilled sandwich creating a wonderful combination of warm filling, melted cheese and crispy grilled bread. Best of all it comes together in about 10 minutes!
Open Faced Reuben Sandwiches
Open faced Reuben sandwiches baked with sauerkraut, corned beef, and melted Swiss cheese on dark rye toast. A quick appetizer or party snack ready in just 15 minutes.
Dill Dip in Rye Bread
Try this unique recipe that creates a bread bowl that can be used to hold and eat dip. Perfect for dinner parties!
Smorrebrod (Denmark)
A traditional Danish Smørrebrød spread with smoked salmon, shrimp, roast beef, ham, blue cheese, eggs and fresh fruit on rye bread. A stunning no-cook platter that feeds 12.
Turkey Jalapeno Sausage Reuben
Turkey jalapeno sausage Reuben stacks a homemade ground turkey patty with cilantro and jalapeños on rye bread, melted Monterey Jack, and tomato. A Southwestern twist on the deli classic.
Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwiches With Mushrooms
Open-faced hot ham and Swiss sandwiches on rye bread with Dijon mayo, red onion, and sliced mushrooms, broiled until the cheese melts and browns. A 10-minute upgrade to the basic deli sandwich.
Scandinavian Style Hamburgers
Scandinavian-style grilled hamburgers with dill vinegar marinade, marinated onions, and celery seed on warm rye bread. Double-stacked thin patties for a Nordic twist on burgers.
Scandinavian Style Hamburgers
Scandinavian-style grilled hamburgers with dill vinegar marinade, marinated onions, and celery seed on warm rye bread. Double-stacked thin patties for a Nordic twist on burgers.
Tuna Taylor Salad
Tuna salad sandwich with Swiss cheese, sour cream, and crunchy celery on rye bread. Ready in 5 minutes with a creamy tang that sets it apart from basic mayo-only tuna.
Peanut Chops
Peanut chops made from rye bread strips spread with peanut butter, dipped in seasoned egg wash, coated in cracker crumbs, and baked until golden. A creative vegetarian main.
Pizza on Rye
Pizza on rye bread with seasoned tomato sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan broiled until bubbly. A quick open-faced pizza snack using toasted rye as the crust, kid-friendly and ready in minutes.
Rueben Casserole
Reuben casserole layers crisped rye bread, corned beef, Swiss cheese, Granny Smith apples and sauerkraut with Dijon and mayo for a baked take on the deli sandwich classic.
Heidelberg Meat Loaf
Heidelberg meat loaf made with lean ground beef, torn rye bread, beer, caraway seeds, and celery seeds. A German-inspired twist on classic American meatloaf.
Roast Capon with Rye Bread Stuffing
Roast capon stuffed with rye bread, caraway seeds, and parsley, cooked in the microwave. A retro technique that delivers juicy, tender poultry fast.
Rueben Brunch Casserole
Reuben brunch casserole layers rye bread cubes, shredded corned beef, and Swiss cheese in an egg custard. Assemble the night before and bake in the morning.
Reuben Sandwiches
Classic Reuben sandwiches with corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and Swiss cheese on buttered rye bread. Broiled or grilled until the cheese melts.
Easy BLT
Easy BLT piles crisp bacon, a runny fried egg, ripe tomato, and peppery arugula between slices of toasted rye smeared with chili-spiked mayo. Brunch sandwich with a yolk moment.
Hearty Tuna Melts
Open-faced tuna melts on dark rye bread with celery, green pepper, black olives, and thyme topped with melted cheese. A lighter tuna melt using fat-free mayo and cheese.
Sandwiches Glace
Sandwiches glace: vintage party canape with rye bread, smoked ham, sour cream cheddar spread, and a gelatin-mayonnaise glaze. A mid-century tea-party classic.
Tribble's Banquet
This Star Trek-inspired stacked sandwich layers tender chicken, corned beef, and Swiss cheese on rye bread, topped with crunchy homemade coleslaw. A nerdy, hearty bite worthy of any Tribble.
Cincinnati Beer-Cheese Dip
Tangy beer cheese dip with sharp cheddar, roquefort, and a kick of Tabasco. Served in a hollowed rye bread bowl, this no-cook Cincinnati classic is ready in 15 minutes.
