Creamy Reuben Soup
A warm, comforting soup that combines the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich with a creamy texture, featuring corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese.
Ingredients
For the soup base
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced carrot
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups chopped corned beef
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Rye bread, cut into cubes for croutons (optional) For added texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by gathering and prepping all your ingredients. Dice the onion, celery, and carrot, and mince the garlic.
Cooking the Base
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add your diced onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté these vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
Adding Aromatics
- Stir in the minced garlic, caraway seeds, and dried thyme. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Preparing the Broth
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Incorporating Meats and Sauerkraut
- Add the chopped corned beef and sauerkraut to the pot. Allow everything to simmer together for 15-20 minutes.
Creating the Creamy Base
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded Swiss cheese until the cheese has melted.
Seasoning
- Taste your soup and season with salt and pepper to your preference.
Preparing Croutons (Optional)
- Toss the rye bread cubes in olive oil, season with salt, and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the creamy Reuben soup hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Storing Leftovers
- Allow the soup to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
This soup tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for meal prep. You can customize ingredients based on your taste or dietary restrictions.