Description
Creamy Reuben Dip nestled in a golden rye bread bowl brings classic deli flavors to life with Swiss cheese, corned beef, and tangy sauerkraut. Guests will dive into this irresistible appetizer that perfectly blends comfort and crowd-pleasing appeal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Cheese:
- 1 cup chopped corned beef (or venison)
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
Base and Binder:
- 2/3 cup thousand island dressing
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut, well-drained
Bread Container:
- 1 round loaf of rye bread
Instructions
- Create a harmonious blend by whisking Thousand Island dressing, drained sauerkraut, shredded Swiss cheese, and chopped corned beef in a medium mixing bowl until thoroughly integrated.
- Transform a round rye loaf into an edible vessel by carefully slicing off the top and excavating the interior, maintaining a robust bread wall for structural integrity. Reserve the extracted bread chunks for later dipping.
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C), preparing a baking sheet for the bread bowl’s transformation.
- Distribute the prepared mixture evenly inside the hollowed rye bread, ensuring complete coverage of the interior surface.
- Position the filled bread bowl on the baking sheet, then transfer to the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the dip becomes effervescent and thoroughly heated.
- Extract the bubbling bread bowl from the oven and transfer to a serving platter, presenting alongside the reserved bread pieces, crisp rye crackers, or crunchy bagel chips for an interactive dining experience.
Notes
- Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the dip watery and losing its creamy texture.
- Choose a dense, high-quality rye bread that can hold the warm dip without becoming soggy or falling apart during baking.
- For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat Swiss cheese to cut down on calories without compromising flavor.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives like using a gluten-free bread bowl or serving with gluten-free crackers to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 336 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 810 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg