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Ultimate Homemade Reuben Bake: Easy Weeknight Casserole Recipe

Two generous slices of homemade Reuben bake showing layers of sauerkraut, corned beef, and melted cheese topping.
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Transform the classic deli sandwich into a cohesive, cheesy, one-pan meal. This easy homemade Reuben bake delivers comforting flavor with minimal effort, perfect for your weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound sliced corned beef, chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) can sauerkraut, drained well
  • 1 cup Thousand Island dressing
  • 1 pound Swiss cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
  • 1 (14.1 ounce) package rye bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped corned beef, drained sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and half of the shredded Swiss cheese. Mix gently until all ingredients are coated.
  3. Toss the rye bread cubes with the melted butter and caraway seeds, if using.
  4. Spread half of the corned beef mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the buttered rye bread cubes.
  5. Layer the remaining corned beef mixture over the bread layer. Sprinkle the remaining Swiss cheese over the top layer of the filling.
  6. Arrange the remaining buttered rye bread cubes on top of the cheese layer to form a crust.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  8. Let the homemade Reuben bake rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use marbled rye bread instead of plain rye.
  • If you want a gooier casserole, reserve a quarter cup of Swiss cheese to sprinkle on top during the last five minutes of baking.
  • You can substitute deli-sliced pastrami for corned beef if you prefer that flavor profile.

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