Reuben Stromboli 🌯🍀

This creative twist on the classic Reuben sandwich brings together all your favorite flavors in a delicious, portable form! Perfect for gatherings, game days, or a satisfying weeknight dinner, the Reuben Stromboli is sure to impress. The crispy crust envelops layers of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and tangy thousand island dressing—packed with flavor in every bite! Serve it with pickles or a side of extra dressing for dipping! 😍

Ingredients

For the Stromboli

• 1 lb of pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup of corned beef, sliced
• 1 cup of Swiss cheese, shredded
• 1 cup of sauerkraut, drained
• 1/4 cup of thousand island dressing
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tsp of caraway seeds (optional, for garnish)

For the dipping sauce

• 1/2 cup of thousand island dressing
• 1/4 cup of prepared horseradish (optional, for kick)

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

🔥 Preheating the oven ensures that the Stromboli will cook evenly and create a beautifully crispy crust!

• Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface, about 1/4 inch thick.

📏 Making sure the dough is of even thickness will help it cook properly and allow for a nice rise.

• Spread the thousand island dressing evenly across the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.

• Layer the corned beef, shredded Swiss cheese, and drained sauerkraut over the dressing.

• Starting at one long edge, carefully roll the dough into a log, tucking in the sides as you go to seal the filling inside.

• Place the rolled Stromboli seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top with the beaten egg, and sprinkle with caraway seeds if using.

• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.

• Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, slice into pieces and serve with extra thousand island dressing mixed with horseradish for dipping.

🥄 Allowing the Stromboli to cool slightly before slicing helps keep the filling from oozing out too much.

Variations

• Vegetarian: Substitute the corned beef with sautéed green bell peppers and mushrooms for a delicious veggie version! 🌱
• Spicy: Add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes to the filling for some extra heat! 🌶️
• Cheesy: Mix in some sharp cheddar cheese with the Swiss for a more robust cheese flavor. 🧀
• Herb-infused: Before baking, sprinkle some garlic powder or Italian herbs on top for added flavor! 🌿

Enjoy your Reuben Stromboli, a tasty blend of tradition and creativity that’s bound to become a family favorite! 🍽️✨