Description
This Reuben Bake is a delicious twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, featuring layers of Swiss cheese, deli corned beef, sauerkraut mixed with Thousand Island dressing, all encased in a flaky crescent roll crust. Perfect for a comforting meal that serves 6 to 8 people.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 2 tubes refrigerated crescent rolls (8 oz each)
- 1 egg white, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
For the filling:
- 8 ounces sliced Swiss cheese
- 8 ounces sliced deli corned beef
- 1 cup sauerkraut, rinsed and well-drained
- ½ cup Thousand Island dressing
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 13×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Roll Out First Dough: On a lightly floured surface, unroll one tube of crescent rolls, pressing into a flat rectangle and sealing all seams to create an even dough sheet.
- Line Baking Dish with Dough: Gently press the dough into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared baking dish, forming the crust base.
- Par-Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes until it is lightly golden and partially cooked, giving it structure before adding the filling.
- Prepare Sauerkraut Mixture: In a bowl, combine the rinsed and drained sauerkraut with Thousand Island dressing, mixing until well incorporated.
- Layer the Filling: On top of the partially baked crust, layer half of the Swiss cheese, then all the corned beef slices, followed by the sauerkraut mixture, and finally the remaining Swiss cheese to cover the filling.
- Roll Out Second Dough: Unroll the second tube of crescent rolls on a floured surface, seal all seams carefully, and place this dough layer over the filling to completely enclose it.
- Glaze and Season Top Crust: Brush the top crust with the beaten egg white to give it a shiny finish, then sprinkle evenly with caraway seeds for flavor and texture.
- Bake Until Golden: Return the assembled bake to the oven and bake for 12–16 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is heated through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing into portions and serving warm.
Notes
- Rinse and thoroughly drain the sauerkraut to avoid excess moisture in the bake.
- You can substitute Thousand Island dressing with Russian dressing for a slightly different flavor profile.
- Press and seal the crescent roll seams well to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- For a crispier crust, bake a few extra minutes if needed, but be careful not to overbrown.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to retain flakiness.
