Description
Hearty Reuben Bake delivers classic deli sandwich flavors in a comforting casserole form. Layers of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) corned beef, sliced and chopped
- 8 oz (225g) Swiss cheese, sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) sauerkraut, drained well
- 2 cans (8 oz each) crescent roll dough, refrigerated
- ½ cup Thousand Island dressing (or Russian dressing)
- ¼ cup Dijon or yellow mustard
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional, for authentic Reuben flavor)
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preparation: Ignite the oven to 375F (190C) and tenderly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with a whisper of grease.
- Foundation Layer: Delicately stretch the first crescent roll dough across the dish’s base, meticulously sealing seams to create a uniform canvas.
- Flavor Mapping: Paint a zesty mustard landscape over the dough, then artfully layer chopped corned beef, followed by a blanket of Swiss cheese slices.
- Tangy Infusion: Sprinkle drained sauerkraut across the cheese, then cascade Thousand Island dressing to introduce vibrant flavor complexity.
- Culinary Envelope: Drape the second crescent roll dough over the layered masterpiece, pinching edges to create a seamless seal.
- Gilding the Creation: Brush the surface with beaten egg and optionally dust with caraway seeds for an aromatic flourish.
- Transformative Baking: Slide the assembled dish into the oven, allowing it to metamorphose for 25-30 minutes until the top achieves a golden-brown brilliance and edges become enticingly bubbly.
- Resting and Serving: Extract from the oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm, revealing the harmonious layers of flavor.
Notes
- Seal Seams Perfectly: Press crescent roll dough edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking, ensuring a clean and professional-looking final dish.
- Balance Moisture Levels: Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent excess liquid from making the bake soggy, maintaining a crisp and flavorful crust.
- Customize Protein Options: Swap corned beef with turkey or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences without compromising the classic Reuben flavor profile.
- Control Cheese Melt: Layer Swiss cheese evenly and avoid overcrowding to achieve a smooth, consistent melting texture that complements the other ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg