Reuben Bake with Layers of Corned Beef
This Reuben Bake is a delicious twist on the classic sandwich, featuring layers of tender corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and a savory sauce. It's an easy-to-prepare dish perfect for gatherings or family dinners that promises to deliver all the flavors of a traditional Reuben sandwich in a hearty casserole form.
Equipment
- 1 9x13-inch baking dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound corned beef, sliced
- 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
- 2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 cup thousand island dressing Can be substituted with a homemade version or dressing of your choice.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 slices rye bread, cubed
- ¼ cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the thousand island dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Whisk well to combine.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the cubed rye bread at the bottom.
- Spread half of the sauerkraut over the bread, followed by half of the corned beef.
- Drizzle half of the dressing mixture over the layers, and sprinkle half of the shredded Swiss cheese on top.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining rye bread, sauerkraut, corned beef, dressing mixture, and finish with the remaining Swiss cheese.
- Pour the melted butter evenly over the top of the bake.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For added flavor, you can substitute the thousand island dressing with a homemade version or use a dressing of your choice.
This dish can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated before baking. Just increase the cooking time by a few minutes if baking from the fridge.
Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.