Classic Hearty Reuben Bake
The Classic Hearty Reuben Bake is a delightful twist on the traditional Reuben sandwich. This casserole version combines all the classic ingredients—rye bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing—into a warm, hearty, and satisfying dish. Perfect for a family dinner or a potluck, this bake is sure to please any crowd.
Yield: 4
Materials
- - 8 slices of rye bread cubed
- - 1 pound thinly sliced or shredded corned beef
- - 1 can 14 ounces sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
- - 2 cups grated Swiss cheese
- - 1 cup Thousand Island dressing
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
Prepare Ingredients:
- - Cube the rye bread slices, shred or thinly slice the corned beef, and drain and rinse the sauerkraut.
Layer Ingredients:
- - Begin by layering half of the cubed rye bread in the bottom of the greased baking dish.
- - Top with half of the corned beef, followed by half of the sauerkraut.
- - Sprinkle half of the grated Swiss cheese over the sauerkraut layer.
- - Drizzle half of the Thousand Island dressing evenly over the cheese layer.
Repeat Layers:
- - Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients: rye bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
Finish with Dressing:
- - Drizzle the remaining Thousand Island dressing evenly over the top layer of cheese.
Bake:
- - Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
- - Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
- - Once baked, remove the foil and allow the Reuben Bake to cool slightly before serving.
- - Cut into squares and serve hot.