Description
Hearty Reuben stuffed baked potatoes merge classic deli sandwich flavors with comforting potato goodness. Melted swiss cheese, tangy sauerkraut, and tender corned beef create a mouthwatering fusion you’ll crave for dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1/2 cup corned beef, chopped
- 1/4 cup sauerkraut, drained
Cheeses:
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, shredded
Base and Seasonings:
- 4 russet potatoes, salted
- Sea salt (for sprinkling)
- Paprika (to taste)
Instructions
- Sanitize russet potatoes under running water, generously coating with sea salt for enhanced flavor profile.
- Position potatoes directly on center oven rack at 425°F, roasting for approximately 45-50 minutes until fork-tender.
- During potato roasting, craft delectable filling by combining shredded corned beef, Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut in mixing vessel.
- Extract potatoes from oven, carefully slice lengthwise, and delicately hollow interiors while preserving thin potato skin walls.
- Transform extracted potato flesh with cream cheese, creating velvety base, then integrate sauerkraut and corned beef mixture thoroughly.
- Reconstruct potato shells by generously loading creamy, meat-laden filling, then lavishly sprinkle Parmesan cheese and dust with vibrant paprika.
- Return stuffed potatoes to 425°F oven, allowing 15-20 minutes for cheese to melt and ingredients to harmonize into golden, bubbling masterpiece.
- Present piping hot, ready to delight discerning palates with robust, comforting flavors.
Notes
- Select medium-sized Russet potatoes with smooth, uniform skin for even baking and best texture.
- Pierce potato skins multiple times with a fork before salting to prevent potential steam buildup during roasting.
- Consider using low-fat cream cheese and lean corned beef for a lighter version of this indulgent dish.
- For gluten-free adaptation, ensure all ingredients like sauerkraut and corned beef are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 272 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg