Homemade Reuben Bake
350kcal
Ingredients
For the Bake
- 2 tubes crescent roll dough For the crust
- ¾ lb corned beef, thinly sliced Main filling
- 1½ cups Swiss cheese, shredded For melting
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained Make sure to drain well
- ½ cup Thousand Island dressing For flavor
- 1 egg beaten (for egg wash) For a golden finish
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional) For added flavor
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Unroll one tube of crescent roll dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the dish, sealing the seams together to form a solid crust.
Layering Ingredients
- Layer half of the corned beef evenly on top of the crust.
- Add half of the Swiss cheese on top of the corned beef.
- Spread half of the drained sauerkraut over the cheese.
- Drizzle some Thousand Island dressing over the sauerkraut.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and dressing.
Final Assembly
- Unroll the second tube of crescent roll dough and lay it over the filling, sealing the edges.
- Beat one egg and brush it over the top of the dough for a golden finish.
- Sprinkle with caraway seeds if using.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories350kcalCarbohydrates28gProtein20gFat18gSaturated Fat7gSodium750mgFiber2gSugar4g
Notes
Make a healthier version by using turkey instead of corned beef, reduced-fat Swiss cheese, and Greek yogurt for the dressing. Use gluten-free crescent roll dough to cater to dietary needs.