🥣 Reuben Soup
Reuben Soup is a creamy, tangy soup inspired by the classic Reuben sandwich—think corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and Russian dressing flavors all in a comforting bowl!
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups corned beef (diced)
- 1 cup sauerkraut (drained and chopped)
- 3 cups chicken or beef broth
- 2 cups potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup carrots (sliced)
- 1 cup Swiss cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup half-and-half or cream
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: rye bread croutons for serving
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the vegetables
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
2️⃣ Add corned beef and sauerkraut
- Stir in diced corned beef and chopped sauerkraut. Cook 2–3 minutes.
3️⃣ Add broth and potatoes
- Pour in chicken or beef broth.
- Add diced potatoes and carrots.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
4️⃣ Add cheese and cream
- Stir in Swiss cheese, half-and-half, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer gently 5 minutes until soup is creamy.
5️⃣ Season and serve
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with croutons or extra cheese.
🍽️ Tips
- For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to blend slightly.
- Add fresh dill or caraway seeds for authentic Reuben flavor.
- Serve with rye bread for a complete experience.
I can also share:
🥪 Quick Reuben Soup for weeknights
🧀 Cheesy Reuben Potato Soup
🥬 Vegetarian Reuben-inspired Soup.
Do you want me to give the easy 30-minute version?
