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Ingredients
6 slices rye bread, divided
1 lb pastrami or corned beef, thinly sliced, divided
1 can (14–16 oz) sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
1 ½ cups Thousand Island dressing (or Russian dressing)
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp caraway seeds (optional, for classic rye flavor)
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Instructions
1. Prep the Dish
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Layer the Bread
Slice rye bread into cubes (about 1-inch pieces).
Spread half of the cubes evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
Drizzle with half the melted butter and sprinkle with caraway seeds if using.
3. Add the Meat & Sauerkraut
Layer half of the pastrami/corned beef slices over the bread.
Spread half the sauerkraut evenly on top.
Sprinkle with 1 cup of Swiss cheese.
4. Repeat Layers
Add remaining bread cubes, drizzle with butter.
Layer with the rest of the pastrami, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
5. Top with Dressing
Evenly drizzle Thousand Island dressing across the top layer.
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 for 5 minutes, then cut into squares.
Garnish with fresh parsley or extra dressing on the side, if desired.
