Ingredients:
The magic of this dish comes from its simple yet luxurious mix of ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
For the Bake:
2 cans of refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 triangles per can)
½ lb of thinly sliced corned beef (or pastrami for a twist)
1 cup of sauerkraut (drained and rinsed to lessen the saltiness)
1 cup of shredded Swiss cheese (or Gruyère for a richer, nuttier taste)
⅓ cup of Thousand Island dressing (store-bought or homemade)
Optional Garnishes:
Caraway seeds (to add a rye bread-like flavor)
Fresh parsley (chopped, for a finishing touch)
Instructions
Ready to create this cheesy, savory bake? Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Layer the Crescent Rolls
Unroll one can of crescent roll dough and separate the triangles. Arrange them in the bottom of the baking dish, pressing the seams together to form a single layer.
If you like, sprinkle caraway seeds over the dough to give it a rye bread-like flavor.
Step 3: Add the Filling
Spread the drained sauerkraut evenly over the crescent roll layer.
Layer the sliced corned beef on top of the sauerkraut, covering it completely.
Sprinkle the shredded Swiss cheese evenly over the corned beef.
Step 4: Top with Dressing and More Dough
Drizzle the Thousand Island dressing evenly over the cheese layer.
Unroll the second can of crescent roll dough and separate the triangles. Arrange them on top of the filling, pressing the seams together to seal.
Step 5: Bake the Dish
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the crescent dough turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and savor the rich, indulgent flavors in every bite!
