Description
Indulge in the comforting layers of Homemade Reuben Bake, featuring tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and gooey Swiss cheese—all nestled between crispy rye bread. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for family gatherings, game days, or a cozy night in. With its rich flavors and delightful aroma, it’s sure to become a favorite that leaves everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices rye bread
- 1 pound thinly sliced corned beef
- 1 cup drained and rinsed sauerkraut
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- ½ cup Thousand Island dressing
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer four slices of rye bread at the bottom of the dish.
- Evenly distribute the corned beef over the bread.
- Sprinkle the sauerkraut on top followed by shredded Swiss cheese.
- Drizzle Thousand Island dressing evenly over the layers.
- Add the remaining rye bread slices on top and brush generously with melted butter.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, toast the rye bread before layering. Feel free to swap rye for pumpernickel or add extra toppings like pickles or jalapeños to personalize your dish.