Reuben Crescent Bake

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Reuben Crescent Bake

A delicious twist on the classic Reuben sandwich—flaky crescent dough filled with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing!

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Ingredients

(Serves 6-8)

• 2 (8 oz) cans crescent roll dough
• ¾ lb sliced corned beef, chopped
• 8 oz Swiss cheese, sliced or shredded
• 1 cup sauerkraut, drained well
• ½ cup Thousand Island dressing
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
• 1 tablespoon melted butter

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Instructions (Construction)

1. Preheat the Oven
   • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   • Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Crescent Dough Base
   • Unroll one can of crescent dough and press it into the bottom of the baking dish, sealing any seams.
3. Layer the Filling
   • Spread Thousand Island dressing evenly over the dough.
   • Layer with half of the Swiss cheese, followed by chopped corned beef, then drained sauerkraut.
   • Top with the remaining Swiss cheese.
4. Top with Crescent Dough
   • Unroll the second can of crescent dough and place it over the filling, sealing the edges.
5. Add Toppings
   • Brush the top with beaten egg.
   • Sprinkle with caraway seeds (optional).
   • Drizzle with melted butter for extra golden color.
6. Bake & Serve
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
   • Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

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Variations

• Rye Flavor: Use crescent dough with rye flour or add rye bread crumbs on top.
• Spicy Kick: Add horseradish to the Thousand Island dressing.
• Extra Crispy: Bake on the bottom rack for a crispier crust.
• Turkey Reuben: Swap corned beef for sliced turkey for a lighter version.

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Tips

• Drain sauerkraut well to prevent soggy dough.
• Seal crescent seams by pressing them together before baking.
• For extra cheesiness, add an extra layer of Swiss cheese on top before baking.

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Nutrition Facts (Approximate per serving)

(Based on 8 servings)

• Calories: ~380 kcal
• Protein: ~18g
• Carbohydrates: ~28g
• Fat: ~22g
• Sodium: ~850mg

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Serving Suggestions

• Serve with pickles or a side salad for freshness.
• Pair with potato chips or coleslaw for a complete meal.
• Drizzle with extra Thousand Island dressing for more flavor.

This keeps it clear, simple, and delicious! Let me know if you need any modifications.