Reuben Pinwheels in Puff Pastry - Quick and Easy
Reuben Pinwheels in Puff Pastry are perfect for those who love the Reuben sandwich and have leftover corned beef from St. Patrick's Day. This recipe transforms your leftover corned beef into delicious, crowd-pleasing Reuben Pinwheels with puff pastry. In just a few simple steps, you can create a savory appetizer that's perfect for parties, game nights, or a fun twist on leftover nights.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (6 ounces, 170 grams) corned beef, finely chopped (See Tip 1)
- 1 cup (4 ounces, 116 grams) shredded Swiss cheese
- ¾ cup (3 ounces, 84 grams) sauerkraut, well-drained (See Tip 2)
- ½ cup (4 ounces, 116 grams) homemade Russian dressing (See Tip 3)
- 1 sheet (8.65 ounces, 245 grams) store-bought puff pastry, thawed
- 1 Tablespoon minced parsley for sprinkling, optional
- Additional Russian dressing for dipping, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a half-sheet pan with a silicone liner or parchment paper. Set aside.
- Combine the corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Place the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 13 x 10-inch rectangle.
- Spread the corned beef filling onto the puff pastry, leaving a ½-inch border on both long sides.
- Starting at one of the long ends, roll the puff pastry and filling into a tight log, jelly-roll style. Seal the edges and trim the ends. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the refrigerator and remove the plastic wrap. Cut into 24 half-inch slices. (See Tip 4)
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and brush with an egg wash made by whisking together one large egg and one tablespoon of water.
- Bake in a preheated 400°F oven until golden brown, about 18 minutes. Remove from the oven, and if desired, sprinkle with minced parsley.
- Serve with Russian dressing on the side for dipping.
- Yield: 24 Reuben Pinwheels. (See Tip 5)
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Tips/Notes
- You may use leftover corned beef from St. Patrick's Day festivities or deli corned beef. Just be sure to chop the corned beef finely.
- I like to place the sauerkraut between paper towels to squeeze out the excess liquid.
- You can substitute Thousand Island dressing for the homemade Russian dressing.
- The easiest and cleanest way to slice the Reuben log is to use dental floss.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. Reheat at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes or until the puff pastry is crispy and the filling is well heated.
Nutrition
Calories: 133kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 343mgPotassium: 79mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 49IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
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