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I love a good Reuben sandwich, especially in the early spring…I think about corned beef a lot and all of the wonderful things I can make with it. My favorite last year was a big plate full of Irish Tacos. Oh my…they were so divine and so is this Stuffed Reuben Pull-Apart Bread!
We have a fun time celebrating St. Patrick’s Day every year (we’re Irish after all) and even though corned beef and cabbage isn’t traditional Irish fare for St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland it is still delicious so we make it once a year. Although, I usually make a ton so we are guaranteed leftovers.
I just love how simple and impressive these stuffed bread recipes are. I’ve seen a few on other sites, but most are for a pizza pull-apart bread. It sounds amazing, but when I saw one the first time I knew I had to turn my favorite sandwich into the most incredible pull-apart appetizer.
I used sourdough, but I think using soda bread or even a big loaf of marble rye would just send this pull-apart over the top. My store didn’t have any when I went shopping but I’ve seen them before. Other than that, it has all wonderful flavors of the traditional sandwich into one drool worthy appetizer.
It’s great for leftovers or you could pick up some sliced corned beef or even pastrami from the deli counter to satisfy your cravings any time of year. Plus, it’s just so stinkin’ impressive at a party that you will definitely keep this recipe (or better yet this technique) in your recipe box. So pop the Guinness in the fridge and this in the oven and invite your besties over for a drinks and appetizers!
What do you do with leftover corned beef? I’d love to hear your ideas…
Stuffed Reuben Pull-Apart Bread
Ingredients
- 1 round sourdough loaf
- 1/2 lb thinly sliced corned beef or pastrami
- 8 oz baby Swiss cheese slices
- 1/4 cup 1000 Island dressing
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F.
- Chop cheese and meat into bite size pieces and set aside. Slice bread all the way across every 1 inch, but don't cut all the way through the loaf. Then turn the loaf 90 degrees and do it again...creating a bunch of little square pieces of bread that are still connected at the bottom of the loaf.
- Using a basting brush, smear 1000 Island dressing on the inside of the bread and in between all the cuts. Stuff the cheese and meat into all the cuts. Stuff some deep and leave some more toward the top.
- Bake at 375 F for 10 minutes or so, until the cheese is hot and bubbly. Top with sauerkraut and serve warm.
- © Around My Family Table
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Kathy Pease says
December 24, 2014 at 6:38 amThis looks so good and would be a great addition to our Christmas dinner..I might make this tommorrow 🙂
shelly peterson says
December 20, 2014 at 5:34 pmthis looks amazing! I love Rueben’s but have not had one in a long time. I would love to try this recipe.
Brandie (@ Home Cooking Memories) says
February 22, 2014 at 12:04 pmJust a genius idea….you get can’t a more awesome presentation that that. Would look great on a table for St. Patrick’s Day.
Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground says
February 18, 2014 at 7:21 pmSuch a great way to enjoy the wonderful flavors of Reubens, Wendy! Love this idea … pinned so I can remember to make it for St. Patrick’s Day. 🙂
Tracey @ The Kitchen is My Playground
Liza @ Views From the 'Ville says
February 18, 2014 at 8:27 amWhat a great way to use up leftovers! Neither hubby nor I have ever had corned beef, but we keep talking about trying it, and I think this will be the way in which we do 🙂
Nancy Lustri (StyleDecor) says
February 18, 2014 at 8:10 amI’ve never even tried corned beef, but this makes me want to try it! Looks delicious!
Heather @ It's a Lovely Life! says
February 17, 2014 at 10:52 pmWhat a cool idea! I love how easy and fun it is to eat!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
February 17, 2014 at 10:35 pmI have yet to make a pull-apart bread! This is a great idea!
Tammilee says
February 17, 2014 at 10:12 pmOh my goodness my Husband is going to love this. I can’t wait to make this recipe for him
Nicole B says
February 17, 2014 at 9:19 pmWe love Reubens and this pull apart bread looks delicious. We’ll definitely be trying this at my house.
Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks) says
February 17, 2014 at 8:26 pmWOW! I’ve never seen something like that! Delicious!!! And creative!!!
Heather || Heather's Dish says
February 17, 2014 at 8:10 pmMy mouth started watering the moment I read the title, but the photos?! BAM! Done and done, totally making this ASAP 🙂
Amanda says
February 17, 2014 at 8:06 pmThis looks delicious! My kids love eating anything that is pull apart!
brett says
February 17, 2014 at 7:07 pmi’m confused. I mean, this looks good and all . but what is “leftover” corned beef?
seriously. we’ve NEVER had leftovers. my kids inhale corned beef to my hubby’s disappointment
Wendy O'Neal says
February 17, 2014 at 7:30 pmLOL Brett…I make a ton for the sole purpose of having leftovers. 🙂
jenny at dapperhouse says
February 17, 2014 at 6:26 pmWhat an AMAZING IDEA!!!! I can not wait to show up to a pot luck with this as my dish! Thanks for making me look good 🙂
Betsy says
February 17, 2014 at 6:14 pmGreat idea Wendy! I’m totally loving this
Sharon says
February 17, 2014 at 5:58 pmWe love trying new recipes for supper. This looks like something even I could handle. Making me hungry!
Pam says
February 17, 2014 at 5:52 pmOh gosh, my son would love this! He loves anything with sauerkraut and bread, and this is a lot more impressive than making normal reubens.
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
February 17, 2014 at 5:33 pmDelicious. I don’t think it would last long in our house.
candice says
February 17, 2014 at 4:31 pmSo few ingredients but it looks like its packs a huge flavor punch. What a great recipe to have on hand for guests that might pop in last minute.
Angela says
February 17, 2014 at 3:19 pmOh my! I am such a fan of corned beef and this looks amazing! It’s perfect for sharing, although I might not want to.
Amber Edwards says
February 17, 2014 at 2:31 pmI saw this on pinterest earlier today and knew I needed this recipe! Oh my goodness it looks absolutely amazing! My mouth is seriously watering right now!
Ellen Christian says
February 17, 2014 at 11:24 amWe never have leftover corned beef LOL It gets eaten up too quickly. This does look amazing though!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
February 17, 2014 at 10:41 amwow, this looks awesome, perfect for pot luck lunches and gatherings!
Jennifer says
February 17, 2014 at 10:20 amI’ve actually never tried corned beef! This recipe just looks amazing, I’m definitely going to have to try some out!!
Mindy Grant says
February 17, 2014 at 10:15 amThis bread looks amazing!! We actually just made corned beef in the crock pot yesterday, and I have leftovers! We usually make a corned beef hash with the leftover corned beef and potatoes, and have it for breakfast the next day with fried eggs and toast. Yum!