Old World Sauerkraut Supper

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Servings: 999 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring tender sauerkraut, savory Polish sausage, and crispy bacon for a comforting meal.
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This Old World Sauerkraut Supper is a comforting, slow-cooked classic that brings together the tangy bite of fermented cabbage with the rich, savory depth of Polish sausage and crispy bacon. The addition of sweet apples and earthy caraway seeds creates a complex flavor profile that is both rustic and satisfying. As it simmers in the crockpot, the flavors meld beautifully, resulting in a tender, aromatic dish that is perfect for cold evenings. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you want a hearty main course that practically makes itself, or for feeding a crowd at a casual gathering. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe offers a warm, home-style taste that reminds you of traditional European comfort food.

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Old World Sauerkraut Supper

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 999 Calories: 405.8

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This Old World Sauerkraut Supper is a comforting, slow-cooked classic that brings together the tangy bite of fermented cabbage with the rich, savory depth of Polish sausage and crispy bacon. The addition of sweet apples and earthy caraway seeds creates a complex flavor profile that is both rustic and satisfying. As it simmers in the crockpot, the flavors meld beautifully, resulting in a tender, aromatic dish that is perfect for cold evenings. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for busy weeknights when you want a hearty main course that practically makes itself, or for feeding a crowd at a casual gathering. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe offers a warm, home-style taste that reminds you of traditional European comfort food.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the bacon into small pieces.
  2. Cut the Polish sausage into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Peel, core, and cube the apples.
  4. Peel and cube the potatoes.
  5. In a large skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon and Polish sausage until the bacon is crisp and the sausage is browned.
  6. Drain the excess fat from the skillet, reserving about 2 tablespoons for making the roux.
  7. Sprinkle the flour over the reserved drippings in the skillet and stir constantly to create a smooth paste, cooking for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  8. Stir in the sauerkraut, mixing well to coat it with the flour mixture.
  9. Transfer the sauerkraut mixture, along with the cooked bacon and sausage pieces, into the crockpot.
  10. Add the cubed potatoes, cubed apples, brown sugar, caraway seeds, and water to the crockpot.
  11. Stir all ingredients together thoroughly to combine.
  12. Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours, or on High for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 999

Amount Per Serving
Calories 405.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.5g49%
Saturated Fat 10.5g53%
Cholesterol 34.5mg12%
Sodium 1287.8mg54%
Total Carbohydrate 1.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 27.8g56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: sauerkraut, polish sausage, slow cooker, crockpot, bacon, apples, caraway seeds, comfort food, european, german, easy dinner, weeknight meal, savory
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