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Reuben Crescent Bake

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A cheesy, handheld casserole that combines the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich with crescent-roll dough for an easy, shareable dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the bake
  • 3/4 cup sauerkraut, well squeezed dry Pat with paper towels
  • 1/3 cup Thousand Island dressing (or Russian dressing)
  • 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough (1 tube)
  • 3/4 lb corned beef, thinly sliced and cooked Deli corned beef or home-cooked
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese Can be replaced with Gruyère or provolone
  • 1 unit egg white, beaten For brushing the top crust

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. Drain the sauerkraut thoroughly and squeeze out excess liquid. Combine the sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing in a bowl.
Building the Bake
  1. Separate the crescent dough into two equal halves. On a lightly floured surface, press and seal the perforations to form a seamless sheet.
  2. Roll one half to about a 12-inch square. Fit it into the prepared baking dish so it covers the bottom completely. Trim any overhang.
  3. Bake the bottom crust for 8–10 minutes, until it’s lightly browned. Remove from oven.
  4. Layer 4 slices of Swiss cheese over the prebaked crust. Add the thinly sliced corned beef in an even layer. Spoon the sauerkraut mixture over the meat. Top with the remaining 4 slices of Swiss.
Finishing and Baking
  1. Roll out the second half of dough, pinching closed any perforations. Roll to roughly a 9-inch square. Place it over the filling. Press the edges of the top and bottom crusts to seal.
  2. Brush the top crust with the beaten egg white for a light sheen. Use a small knife to make a couple of tiny vents in the top so steam can escape.
  3. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the top is golden and the cheese is melted. Let the bake cool for 5 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 1000mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve warm with cornichons or dill pickles, and a side of extra Thousand Island for dipping. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
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