That’s a delicious twist on the classic deli sandwich—rich, tangy, and super comforting. Here’s a Creamy Reuben Soup you can make at home:
🥣 Creamy Reuben Soup
🛒 Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked corned beef, chopped
- 2 cups sauerkraut, drained (rinse if you prefer milder flavor)
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp caraway seeds (optional, but classic flavor)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
- Sauté base
Melt butter in a large pot. Add onion and cook until soft, then stir in garlic. - Make it creamy
Sprinkle in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly. - Add liquids
Slowly whisk in beef broth. Bring to a gentle simmer. - Build flavor
Add corned beef, sauerkraut, and caraway seeds. Simmer for about 15 minutes. - Finish with cream & cheese
Stir in heavy cream and Swiss cheese. Cook until cheese melts and soup is smooth. - Season & serve
Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Top with toasted rye bread croutons
- Add extra melted Swiss cheese on top
- A drizzle of Thousand Island dressing gives it that true Reuben flavor
💡 Tip
If it gets too thick, just add a splash of broth or milk to loosen it up.
If you want, I can give you a slow cooker version or a low-carb/keto version of this soup 👍
