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Creamy Reuben Soup

Creamy Reuben Soup: Comforting Flavors in Every Spoonful

Experience rich, comforting flavors with this creamy Reuben soup, featuring hearty corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melt-in-your-mouth Swiss cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine as substitute
  • 1 medium onion diced; shallots may be used
  • 2 cloves garlic minced; garlic powder option available
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half/cashew cream
For the Soup Flavor
  • 2 cups corned beef chopped; turkey can be used
  • 1 cup sauerkraut drained; homemade lowers sodium
  • 1 cup Swiss cheese shredded; Gruyere is a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Russian or Thousand Island dressing may omit for less richness
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Garnish
  • 1 cup rye bread croutons substitute with toasted regular bread
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro

Equipment

  • large pot
  • whisk
  • Ladle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Reuben Soup
  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cooking for about 5 minutes until onion is translucent.
  2. Sprinkle in flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes to create a roux.
  3. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Bring to simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream until combined and gently heat for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in chopped corned beef and sauerkraut. Heat for another 5 minutes.
  6. Add Swiss cheese and dressing, stirring until cheese melts for about 3 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Allow to simmer on low heat for 10 minutes. Serve garnished with croutons and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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