Quick and easy, this Creamy Reuben Soup is ready in under 30 minutes and has all the classic elements of a Reuben we love. Corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and a touch of caraway come together in a rich, creamy soup. Top each bowl with Thousand Island dressing and rye croutons for the full Reuben experience.

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Creamy Reuben Soup

Course: Soups

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Calories: 245.5kcal

Quick and easy, ready in under 30 minutes and the classic elements of the Reuben we all love.

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Ingredients

For the Soup

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups beef broth or vegetable broth
1 cup milk or cream for extra richness
2 cups cooked corned beef shredded or diced
1½ cups sauerkraut rinsed and well drained
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 teaspoon caraway seeds optional, for a rye-bread flavor
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

For Topping

Thousand Island dressing to taste
Rye croutons to taste
Sauerkraut to taste
Chopped fresh dill or parsley to taste

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Instructions

Sauté the onion and garlic:

Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.

Make the base:

Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and stir well. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Add the broth and dairy:

Gradually whisk in the beef broth to prevent lumps. Add the milk or cream and stir until well combined.

Add the Reuben ingredients:

Stir in the corned beef, sauerkraut, and caraway seeds, if using. Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the cheese:

Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the shredded Swiss cheese a little at a time until melted and the soup is creamy and smooth. Do not let the soup boil after adding the cheese.

Season and serve:

Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and top with Thousand Island dressing, rye croutons, additional sauerkraut, and chopped dill or parsley.

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