Description
This Savory Classic Reuben Bake is a casserole twist on the beloved deli sandwich. Layers of rye bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, and gooey Swiss cheese come together in a rich, flavorful dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups rye bread, cubed
- 1 lb sliced corned beef, chopped
- 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
- 2 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. -
Layer the Bake:
- Spread half of the cubed rye bread evenly in the baking dish.
- Layer with chopped corned beef, sauerkraut, and 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese.
- Top with the remaining cubed rye bread.
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Prepare the Custard Mixture:
In a bowl, mix the Thousand Island dressing, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, eggs, and milk until well combined. -
Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread layers.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese on top.
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Bake:
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Finish:
- For a crispy top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes of baking (optional).
- Let the bake cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Swap out Thousand Island dressing for Russian dressing for a slight flavor twist.
- Use pumpernickel bread if you prefer a darker, richer bread base.
- Serve with a side of pickles or coleslaw for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 125mg