Description
Creamy Reuben Dip nestled in a rustic rye bread bowl promises a delightful twist on the classic sandwich. Packed with corned beef, Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut, you’ll savor this irresistible party favorite that brings comfort and excitement to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 cup chopped corned beef (or venison)
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
Dairy and Dressing:
- 2/3 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut, well-drained
Bread:
- 1 round loaf of rye bread
Instructions
- Whisk together Thousand Island dressing, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and corned beef in a medium bowl until ingredients are thoroughly integrated and evenly distributed.
- Select a round rye bread loaf and delicately slice off the crown, creating an open vessel. Meticulously excavate the interior, maintaining a robust bread perimeter for structural integrity. Reserve extracted bread fragments for accompanying dippers.
- Calibrate oven temperature to 350F (175C), ensuring precise heat for optimal warming.
- Transfer prepared mixture into the hollowed rye bread container, ensuring uniform coverage and smooth surface.
- Position bread bowl on a sturdy baking sheet, then slide into preheated oven. Allow dip to transform for 25-30 minutes, watching for bubbling edges and heated center indicating complete thermal penetration.
- Extract from oven with careful handling, positioning on an attractive serving platter. Present immediately while temperature remains invitingly warm, accompanied by reserved bread chunks, crisp rye crackers, or crunchy bagel chips for enthusiastic dipping.
Notes
- Customize the dressing by mixing Thousand Island with a touch of sriracha for extra kick.
- Toast bread pieces before serving to enhance their crunchiness and add a golden-brown texture.
- Swap corned beef with pastrami or smoked turkey for a lighter protein option that still captures classic Reuben flavors.
- Line bread bowl with parchment paper before filling to prevent soggy bottom and make cleanup easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg