Description
Reuben Casserole brings all the classic deli sandwich flavors into a comforting baked dish that lets you enjoy your favorite combination of corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese in one easy meal. Saucy, cheesy, and packed with tangy goodness, this casserole delivers a delicious twist on the beloved sandwich that makes dinnertime a breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound deli sliced corned beef
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 6 slices rye bread
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 (16 ounce) can sauerkraut
Dressing:
- ¾ cup Russian-style salad dressing
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 350°F and generously spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Scatter 6 slices of cubed rye bread across the bottom of the prepared dish, creating an even base layer.
- Spread 16 ounces of drained and rinsed sauerkraut evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute 1 pound of sliced corned beef strips across the sauerkraut layer, creating a hearty meat foundation.
- Drizzle ¾ cup of Russian-style salad dressing uniformly over the meat to add moisture and tangy flavor.
- Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded Swiss cheese across the entire casserole, covering all previous layers completely.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, trapping steam and helping ingredients meld.
- Remove foil and return the casserole to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and develop a golden, bubbly surface.
- Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving to help it set and cool slightly.
Notes
- Swap traditional rye bread for gluten-free bread to make this casserole celiac-friendly.
- For a lighter version, use lean corned beef and low-fat Swiss cheese to reduce overall calories.
- Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent your casserole from becoming watery during baking.
- Prepare this dish ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating, then bake when ready to serve for maximum convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 to 6
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1150 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg