When it comes to classics, a good ol’ Reuben sandwich never fails to hit the spot. Seriously, there isn’t much that a grilled-to-perfection, gooey sandwich can’t cure. But let’s face it, making it ourselves can be quite a hassle. That’s why we’ve come up with an easier way to satisfy your Reuben cravings: an oven-baked Reuben casserole!

This delicious casserole is filled with rye bread cubes, your choice of pastrami or corned beef, sauerkraut, pickles, and Thousand Island dressing. It tastes just like our favorite hot sandwich, and the best part is, you don’t have to stand over the hot stove to make it! Next time you have people over, whip up this casserole and watch everyone go wild for it!

Reuben Casserole

Serves 6-8

Ingredients

• 6 slices rye bread, divided
• 1 pound pastrami or corned beef, thinly sliced or shaved
• 1 (14.5 oz.) can sauerkraut
• 4 cups Swiss Cheese, shredded
• 1 cup dill pickles, chopped
• 1 cup milk
• 1/3 cup Thousand Island dressing
• 1/4 cup mustard
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons caraway seeds

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350º F and lightly grease a 9×11-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Take four pieces of rye bread and cut them into cubes. Place the remaining bread in a food processor and pulse until you have fine breadcrumbs. Set them aside.
3. Spread the cubed bread out along the bottom of your baking dish, then cover it with 1/2 of the pastrami. Top the beef with sauerkraut, pickles, half of the caraway seeds, and 2 cups of cheese.
4. Cover with the remaining beef, caraway seeds, and cheese.
5. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, salad dressing, and mustard. Then beat in the eggs until combined.
6. Pour the wet ingredients evenly over the casserole, then top it with breadcrumbs.
7. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbly, the top is browned, and the center is set.
8. Remove from the oven and serve hot.

This recipe will surely impress your guests with its amazing flavors and easy preparation. Enjoy the taste of a classic Reuben sandwich without all the fuss!