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Homemade Reuben Bake: Quick Weeknight Comfort Casserole

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Transform the classic deli sandwich into an easy, cheesy casserole. This Homemade Reuben Bake uses corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese for a satisfying, quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound cooked corned beef, shredded or chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can sauerkraut, drained well and squeezed dry
  • 1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 cup Thousand Island dressing
  • 8 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded corned beef and the well-drained sauerkraut. Mix these ingredients together gently.
  3. Unroll the crescent roll dough and press the triangles into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, sealing any seams to create a crust base.
  4. Spread the Thousand Island dressing evenly over the crescent roll base.
  5. Layer half of the shredded Swiss cheese over the dressing.
  6. Spread the corned beef and sauerkraut mixture evenly over the cheese layer.
  7. Top the meat and sauerkraut mixture with the remaining half of the Swiss cheese.
  8. Melt the butter and drizzle it evenly over the top layer of cheese. Sprinkle with caraway seeds, if you are using them.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly in the center and the cheese topping is melted and lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the Homemade Reuben Bake rest for 5 minutes before you cut and serve it.

Notes

  • For an extra savory flavor, you can lightly toast the rye bread slices before layering them in the casserole instead of using crescent rolls.
  • If you do not have pre-cooked corned beef, you can use deli-sliced corned beef, chopped into small pieces.
  • Squeeze as much liquid as possible from the sauerkraut; excess moisture will make the bake watery.

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