Cheesy Reuben Casserole: A Hearty and Comforting Dish

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this hearty Reuben Casserole. This dish combines all the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich into a delicious and easy-to-make casserole. The tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection, make this a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf rye bread, cubed
• 1 pound corned beef, sliced
• 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
• 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Thousand Island dressing
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Layer the Dish: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half the bread cubes, corned beef, sauerkraut, and cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
3. Make the Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, Thousand Island dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour and Bake: Pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, add a pinch of caraway seeds to the sauerkraut.
• To make this dish even more indulgent, top it with a layer of mashed potatoes.
• This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen.

This Reuben Casserole is a perfect dish for a weeknight dinner or a weekend brunch. It’s easy to make, hearty, and incredibly satisfying.

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Ingredients

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1 loaf rye bread, cubed

1 pound corned beef, sliced

1 cup sauerkraut, drained

1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded

1 cup Thousand Island dressing

4 large eggs

2 cups milk

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

A Classic Comfort Food, Reimagined

Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Layer the Dish: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half the bread cubes, corned beef, sauerkraut, and cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Make the Egg Mixture: Whisk together eggs, milk, Thousand Island dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Pour and Bake: Pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 45-50 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Yields: 8-10 servings

• Author: Olivia Chen