Reuben Bake With Layers Of Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, And Swiss Cheese
This Reuben Bake is a delightful twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, featuring layers of savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and gooey Swiss cheese, all baked to perfection. It is a perfect dish for gatherings or family dinners.
Equipment
- 1 9x13 inch baking dish
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 frying pan (optional)
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 oven mitts
Ingredients
- 1 pound corned beef, sliced
- 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
- 2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1 cup thousand island dressing
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds optional
- spray or oil for greasing cooking spray or oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- In the baking dish, layer 4 slices of rye bread evenly at the bottom.
- Spread half of the thousand island dressing over the bread.
- Layer half of the corned beef on top of the dressing evenly.
- Next, add half of the sauerkraut over the corned beef.
- Sprinkle half of the Swiss cheese over the sauerkraut.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining rye bread, thousand island dressing, corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
- If using caraway seeds, sprinkle them over the top layer of cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Reuben Bake!
Notes
You can tweak the quantities of the ingredients based on personal preference.
This dish pairs well with a side salad or coleslaw.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.