Homemade Reuben Bake
If you’re craving a warm and hearty meal that’s both comforting and easy to prepare, this Homemade Reuben Bake is the perfect choice. Layered with tender beef, creamy Swiss cheese, tangy sauerkraut, and soft rye bread, this dish encapsulates the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich in a cozy casserole form. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, you can prep it ahead of time and simply pop it in the oven when you’re ready to enjoy. Each bite is packed with savory goodness that will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices rye bread
- 2 cups thinly sliced or shredded corned beef (substitute turkey or tempeh if desired)
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (or provolone/cheddar)
- 1 1/2 cups drained sauerkraut
- 1 cup Thousand Island or Russian dressing
- 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- Cut the rye bread into cubes or slices and layer half of it in the bottom of the greased dish.
- Add half of the corned beef, followed by half of the Swiss cheese, half of the sauerkraut, and half of the dressing. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove foil to brown the top during the last few minutes.
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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