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Creamy Reuben Soup

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Creamy Reuben Soup is a hearty dish that can be made healthier by using low-fat dairy and lean corned beef.
Creamy Reuben Soup

Creamy Reuben Soup

Recipe by Daily Disher



Rich and hearty Creamy Reuben Soup—a comforting blend of tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and creamy, cheesy goodness.

Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium
5.0 from 2 votes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons butter

    • 1 cup onion, chopped

    • 2 cups cooked corned beef, shredded

    • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained

    • 4 cups chicken broth

    • 1 cup heavy cream

    • 1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese, grated

    • 0.25 teaspoon caraway seeds

    • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

    Directions

    • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sautĂ© until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
    • Stir in the shredded corned beef and drained sauerkraut, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
    • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
    • Slowly stir in the heavy cream while continuing to simmer. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding the cream.
    • Add the grated Swiss cheese gradually, stirring constantly until the cheese has completely melted into the soup.
    • Season with caraway seeds and black pepper. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    Creamy Reuben Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich. This rich and indulgent soup features tender corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese, all simmered in a creamy broth for a satisfying and delicious meal.

    5.0 from 2 votes

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