Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
For the Reuben Dip:
- 2 cups (about 8 oz) of shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 ½ cups of cooked corned beef, finely chopped
- 1 cup of sauerkraut, drained and patted dry
- 1 cup of cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup of sour cream
- ½ cup of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Rye Bread Bowl and Dippers:
- 1 large round rye bread loaf
- Additional rye or pumpernickel bread slices, cut into cubes (for dipping)
- Assorted crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks (optional)
Instructions
Preparation:
Step 1: Prepare the Rye Bread Bowl
- Using a sharp knife, cut the top off the round rye loaf. Reserve the top piece for later use as a lid or for dipping.
- Hollow out the center of the bread loaf to create a bowl, leaving about 1-inch thick walls and base. Be careful not to tear the bread. Set the hollowed-out bread aside for dipping.
Step 2: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 3: Mix the Dip Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Add the shredded Swiss cheese, chopped corned beef, and sauerkraut to the mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Step 4: Assemble the Dip
- Spoon the prepared Reuben dip mixture into the hollowed-out rye bread bowl. Spread the top evenly for a neat presentation.
- Wrap the filled bread bowl with aluminum foil, leaving the top open to allow the cheese to brown slightly.
Step 5: Bake the Dip
- Place the wrapped bread bowl on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly. The top should have a light golden-brown color, and the cheese should be melty.
Step 6: Toast the Bread Cubes
- While the dip is baking, arrange the hollowed-out bread pieces and extra rye cubes on another baking sheet.
- Toast in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until slightly crispy, to create perfect dippers.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the dip from the oven, place it on a serving platter, and surround it with toasted bread cubes, crackers, or veggie sticks. Dive in and savor the deliciousness!
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly drain and dry the sauerkraut to prevent excess moisture in the dip.
- If you don’t have a rye bread loaf, pumpernickel or sourdough can work as substitutes.
- To save time, you can prepare the dip mixture a day ahead and store it in the fridge. Just assemble and bake on the day of serving.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Protein: 12 g