Best 3 Quick Easy Reuben Casserole Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal that's also hearty and satisfying? Look no further than this Reuben casserole. This delicious dish is made with layers of rye bread, corned beef, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing. It's then baked until bubbly and golden brown. The result is a comforting casserole that's perfect for a crowd. This recipe is also incredibly versatile. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. For example, if you don't like Thousand Island dressing, you can substitute ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing. You can also add other vegetables to the casserole, such as sauerkraut or chopped onion. No matter how you make it, this Reuben casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

This article includes two different recipes for Reuben casserole. The first recipe is for a classic Reuben casserole made with rye bread, corned beef, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing. The second recipe is for a vegetarian Reuben casserole made with tofu instead of corned beef. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. So, what are you waiting for? Give one of these Reuben casserole recipes a try tonight!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

REUBEN CASSEROLE



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Layers of sauerkraut, corned beef, Swiss cheese, rye bread crumbs, and Russian-style salad dressing make up this casserole version of the deli sandwich .

Provided by JAMON0126

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Eastern European     Polish

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 slices rye bread, cubed
1 (16 ounce) can sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
1 pound deli sliced corned beef, cut into strips
¾ cup Russian-style salad dressing
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread bread cubes in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread sauerkraut evenly over the bread cubes, then layer beef strips over sauerkraut. Pour dressing over all.
  • Spray aluminum foil with cooking spray and use to cover baking dish, sprayed side down. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  • Remove cover, sprinkle with cheese and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.8 g, Cholesterol 82.3 mg, Fat 24.3 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 2078.4 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

QUICK & EASY REUBEN CASSEROLE



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If you like Reuben sandwiches, you'll like this. And it's so easy and quick to make!

Provided by Barbara Scott

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 32 oz. sauerkraut, very well drained
1 lb deli style corned beef, chipped
1 8 oz. bottle thousand island dressing
1 lb swiss cheese, sliced
12 slice rye bread, buttered and cut into 1 inc. pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°
  • 2. In the bottom of a 13x9 casserole, layer the sauerkraut (squeeze it dry in a tea towel or paper towels), corned beef, dressing and cheese. Top with buttered rye bread cubes. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes (or until warmed all the way through). Let cool slightly to set and it's ready to go.

TRADITIONAL REUBEN CASSEROLE



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This recipe was given to us by my husband's aunt. It has the same ingredients as a Reuben sandwich. If you love Reubens you should love this!

Provided by AVEYED

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Beef     Corned Beef Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups thousand island dressing
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon minced onion
6 slices dark rye bread, cubed
6 slices light rye bread, cubed
1 pound sauerkraut, drained
1 ½ pounds corn beef, cut into bite-size pieces
2 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
¼ cup margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the thousand island dressing, sour cream, and onion.
  • Arrange the dark and light rye bread cubes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, reserving about 1/2 cup each for topping. Layer the bread with sauerkraut and corned beef. Spread the dressing mixture over the corned beef. Sprinkle with Swiss cheese, top with remaining bread cubes, and drizzle with margarine.
  • Cover, and bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Uncover, and continue baking 10 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 114.6 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1545 mg, Sugar 9 g

Tips:

  • For a crispier topping, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
  • If you don't have Thousand Island dressing, you can make your own by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, relish, onion, and a dash of paprika.
  • If you're using leftover corned beef, be sure to chop it into small pieces before adding it to the casserole.
  • You can also use Swiss cheese instead of mozzarella cheese, if you prefer.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and then cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to bake it, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

Conclusion:

This Reuben casserole is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover corned beef. The combination of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing is classic Reuben sandwich flavors, and they all come together perfectly in this casserole. Whether you're a fan of Reuben sandwiches or just looking for a new and easy casserole recipe, you'll love this Reuben casserole.

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