10 Creative Leftover Corned Beef Recipes to Savor After St. Patrick’s Day
Keep that Irish spirit going all week long.
There are so many reasons to love corned beef. Whether it's the salty, savory flavor, or the exceedingly tender texture, it's no wonder corned beef and cabbage is one of Ree Drummond's favorite dishes to make for St. Patrick's Day. And she's not alone, either! Making corned beef alongside your favorite potato dishes and brown bread is a time-honored tradition for the Irish holiday.
But once the day has come and gone, what will you do with your leftover corned beef? You certainly don't want to let any of it go to waste. After all, making corned beef can take quite a few hours as it cooks low and slow. Luckily, there are a ton of leftover corned beef recipes. "For a traditional holiday dish, there sure are a lot of different ways to spin it," Ree says. "Corned beef can be shredded, shaved, or sliced."
Here, you'll find creative ways to use up any leftovers, whether you roast it in the oven or make slow cooker corned beef. From hearty corned beef hash for breakfast to a quick lunch idea like Reuben sandwiches, you won't waste a single bite of that delicious feast. If you really want to transform the humble dish, try some of the out-the-box recipes like crispy Reuben egg rolls. No matter what, these leftovers are sure to be lucky!
Corned Beef Sliders
Here’s an easy way to feed a crowd! Warm, buttery rolls are stuffed with sliced corned beef, spicy brown mustard, and gooey Swiss cheese. The cabbage is sautéed with a little Guinness for a deeply savory, slightly tangy bite.
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Reuben Egg Rolls
This is everything you love about the classic sandwich! Corned beef, sauerkraut, and melted cheese, plus the extra payoff of being crispy and fried. Want to skip the extra oil? Pop them in the air fryer instead.
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Reuben Dip
This melty, cheesy dip tastes like a deconstructed Reuben sandwich. You can really lean into the sandwich vibe by serving it with toasted rye bread chips. Take it from Ree: “It’s dangerous stuff.”
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Corned Beef Sandwich
You can't go wrong with a classic sandwich. All you need is that salty, tender corned beef, quick-pickled cabbage slaw, and spicy mustard. Then pile it high onto marbled rye bread.
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Reuben Casserole
Get the flavors of the classic deli sandwich, but feed a crowd. The base is a creamy mixture including hash browns, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing. Top it off with corned beef, sauerkraut, and marbled rye croutons.
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Reuben Sandwich
This classic sandwich is like a loaded grilled cheese! It's made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing on toasted rye bread.
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Corned Beef Hash
To get the crispiest corned beef hash around, use a heavy skillet (like a cast iron pan) to create a good crust on the potatoes and the corned beef. Then top it off with a fried egg for the ultimate next-day breakfast.
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Irish Grilled Cheese
Need a quick bite? This grilled cheese is made with aged Irish cheddar for serious sharpness, a generous layer of mustard, and toasted rye bread. For a leftover corned beef twist, tuck in a few thin slices from the deli.
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Irish Nachos
This twist on nachos swaps the chips for potato slices. For another Irish spin, try topping the nachos with leftover shredded corned beef.
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Make-Ahead Sandwich Rolls
Making your own thousand island dressing for these Reuben rolls couldn't be easier. All you need is ketchup, mayo, garlic, relish, and chili sauce for a surprising kick.
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