Description
Reuben enthusiasts rejoice as this hearty Homemade Reuben Bake delivers classic deli flavors in a comforting casserole form. Layers of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and tangy Russian dressing create a mouthwatering dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) deli corned beef, chopped
- 2 cups (226 grams) shredded Swiss cheese
Bread Base:
- 8 slices rye bread, cubed
Flavor Enhancers and Condiments:
- 1 can (14 ounces / 397 grams) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Thousand Island dressing
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) chopped dill pickles
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by lightly coating with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Chop corned beef into bite-sized pieces and mix thoroughly with tangy sauerkraut in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Fold in diced dill pickles, cubed rye bread, and half of the Swiss cheese, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Generously drizzle Thousand Island dressing over the mixture, stirring gently to coat all components.
- Transfer the combined ingredients to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly to create a uniform layer.
- Sprinkle remaining Swiss cheese across the top, creating a complete cheese coverage.
- Place in a preheated oven at 350°F and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, watching for cheese to become golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and mixture to set slightly before serving.
Notes
- Swap traditional rye bread for gluten-free alternatives to make this dish celiac-friendly.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium corned beef and draining sauerkraut before mixing.
- Add extra crunch by toasting bread cubes briefly before incorporating into the casserole.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the Thousand Island dressing to cut calories and boost protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 463 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1040 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg