Ingredients
– 6 oz. pumpernickel cocktail bread
– 6 oz. rye cocktail bread
– 6 Tbsp. salted butter, melted
– Kosher salt, to taste
– Black pepper, to taste
– Nonstick cooking spray
– 12 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
– 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing
– 2 Tbsp. grainy mustard
– 1 Tbsp. caraway seeds, toasted
– 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
– 1/2 tsp. black pepper
– 12 oz. Swiss cheese, grated, divided (with 8 oz. mixed into the dip and 4 oz. sprinkled on top)
– 1/2 lb. cooked corned beef or pastrami, roughly chopped
– 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
– 3/4 cup sour pickles, roughly chopped
– Parsley, finely chopped, for serving
Instructions
1- Getting this Reuben dip just right is easier than you might think let’s walk through the process step by step. First, preheat your oven to 375ยฐF and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to get everything set up smoothly. This preparation helps ensure your chips turn out crispy and your dip bakes evenly, making the whole experience enjoyable.
2- Next, cut each slice of bread into two triangles and divide them between the baking sheets, then brush melted butter over both sides and season lightly with salt and pepper. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, then let them cool completely on wire racks it’s these homemade chips that really make the dip feel special. Lightly coat a 1-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to avoid any sticking issues.
3- In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, Thousand Island dressing, mustard, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper, then gently mix in 8 oz. of the grated Swiss cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut, and pickles. Spread this mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining 4 oz. of grated Swiss cheese on top. Bake on the center rack until the dip is bubbling around the edges, about 20 to 25 minutes, and finish by broiling for 1 to 2 minutes to brown the cheese.
4- Finally, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving with the chips, topped with parsley if you like. This method keeps things simple yet delivers that authentic Reuben flavor everyone loves. For more ideas on pairing dips, our pesto pasta page has tips on complementary sides that could inspire your next meal.
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๐ฅช Use pastrami as a substitute for corned beef if preferred.
๐ Rye bread chips enhance classic flavors, but pumpernickel also works well.
๐ง Season bread chips lightly to complement the dip’s robust taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
