🥘 Layered Reuben Casserole

Instructions:

1. Prep the oven:
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. First layer:
   Place 3 slices of rye bread on the bottom of the dish (cut to fit if needed).
3. Build layers:
   • Top bread with half of the corned beef/pastrami.
   • Spread half of the sauerkraut on top.
   • Sprinkle with 1 cup Swiss cheese.
   • Drizzle with ½ cup dressing.
4. Repeat:
   • Add remaining 3 slices of bread.
   • Layer with remaining beef, sauerkraut, 1 cup Swiss cheese, and ½ cup dressing.
5. Finish:
   Brush melted butter over top and sprinkle with caraway seeds (if using).
6. Bake:
   Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve:
   Let cool slightly, then slice into squares. Serve with pickles on the side.

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👉 It tastes just like a classic deli Reuben sandwich — warm, cheesy, tangy, and hearty — but in comforting casserole form!

Would you like me to also give you a make-ahead version (that you can prep the night before and bake the next day)?