Reuben Bake (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 8 slices of rye bread, cubed.
02 - 1 pound thinly sliced or shredded corned beef.
03 - 1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, drained and rinsed.
04 - 2 cups grated Swiss cheese.
05 - 1 cup Thousand Island dressing.

Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking.
02 - Cube the rye bread slices, shred or thinly slice the corned beef, and drain and rinse the sauerkraut.
03 - Begin by layering half of the cubed rye bread in the bottom of the greased baking dish. Top with half of the corned beef, followed by half of the sauerkraut. Sprinkle half of the grated Swiss cheese over the sauerkraut layer.
04 - Drizzle half of the Thousand Island dressing evenly over the cheese layer.
05 - Repeat the layering process with the remaining ingredients: rye bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
06 - Drizzle the remaining Thousand Island dressing evenly over the top layer of cheese.
07 - Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Once baked, remove the foil and allow the Reuben Bake to cool slightly before serving. Cut into squares and serve hot.

Notes:

01 - Reuben Bake is a delicious twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, transforming it into a savory and satisfying casserole. This dish layers rye bread, corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing to create a flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion.