This classic Reuben Hot Dish is a delightful twist on the traditional Reuben sandwich. Made with layers of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and a creamy sauce, this hot dish is baked to perfection. It's a comforting and filling meal that the whole family will love. Serve it with some rye bread or a side salad for a complete meal. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this Reuben Hot Dish is a quick and easy recipe that will please everyone at the dinner table.
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 pound corned beef, sliced or chopped
- 1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, drained
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
- 2 cups cooked egg noodles
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese slices.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, salt, and caraway seeds (if using) until well combined.
- Spread half of the sauce mixture over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
- Layer the remaining corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese slices over the sauce.
- Spread the remaining sauce mixture over the top layer of ingredients.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- While the hot dish is baking, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once the hot dish is out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- To serve, spoon the hot dish onto plates or bowls and top with cooked egg noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy this delicious Reuben Hot Dish as a comforting and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner!
Interesting Facts
The Reuben sandwich is said to have originated in Omaha, Nebraska, in the early 20th century.
The classic Reuben sandwich consists of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing or Thousand Island dressing on rye bread.
The Reuben Hot Dish is a popular variation of the Reuben sandwich that is commonly enjoyed in the Midwest region of the United States.
The combination of flavors in the Reuben Hot Dish, including the tanginess of sauerkraut and the creaminess of Swiss cheese, make it a delightful comfort food option.