Best 8 Roasted Sausage And Sauerkraut Recipes

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Roasted sausage and sauerkraut is a classic comfort food dish that is perfect for a hearty meal on a cold winter day. This classic German dish typically consists of juicy, roasted sausages nestled in a bed of tangy, savory sauerkraut. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is simply irresistible, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT



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I created this tasty quick-and-easy sauerkraut and sausage dish so I can throw it together in no time on those extra-busy nights. - Mary Lyon, Spotsylvania, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 medium red potatoes, cubed
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small onion, halved and sliced
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 package (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the potatoes in oil for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in onion; saute for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add the sausage, sauerkraut and pepper. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 38g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 2043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT



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This is a recipe from a sweet old German lady I used to attend church with. Allow for plenty of time to prepare and cook this dish. It is definitely worth the time and effort! Serve with hot German potato salad and red cabbage.

Provided by DOEMARK

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 3h35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon caraway seeds
¼ cup brown sugar
1 apple, diced
½ pound bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, chopped
1 ½ pounds kielbasa sausage, cut into 1-inch thick slices

Steps:

  • Place the sauerkraut, caraway seeds, brown sugar, and apple into a large saucepan over medium-low heat, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place the bacon and onion into a skillet over medium heat, and cook until the bacon is almost crisp and the onion is beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Stir the bacon mixture into the sauerkraut. In the same skillet, brown the kielbasa sausage in the remaining bacon grease until the sausage begins to brown, 10 to 15 minutes; stir into the sauerkraut mixture. Spoon the sauerkraut and sausage mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 777.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 128.2 mg, Fat 62.3 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 26.4 g, Sodium 2702.1 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

ROASTED SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT



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A classic Eastern European dish made quick and easy- from Russ Crandall of The Domestic Man.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (13 ounce) packages smoked kielbasa sausage, cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 (32 ounce) package sauerkraut, drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter, melted
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon caraway seeds
2 green apples, coarsely chopped
Salt to taste
Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lay a large sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil on a baking sheet. In the center of the foil, combine the sausage, onion, sauerkraut, oil, butter, pepper and caraway seeds; mix well. Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to make a packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Place the foil package in preheated oven and roast for 30 minutes.
  • Open packets carefully by cutting along top fold with a sharp knife, allowing steam to escape; then open top of foil packet. Stir in the green apples and reseal, adding another piece of foil to the top if necessary. Return to the oven for 10 more minutes. Remove from the oven, add salt to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 769.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 62.9 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 28.8 g, Sodium 3084.7 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

OVEN BAKED SAUERKRAUT & SAUSAGE



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This easy peasy recipe is loaded with flavor and cooked-all-day goodness that's ready in under an hour!

Provided by Chef Jenn

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds bratwurst sausage
4 cups sauerkraut (drained, rinsed, squeezed dry)
1 tbsp So Nourished Brown Sugar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Steps:

  • Drain, rinse and squeeze dry (but not bone dry) the sauerkraut. Add it to the bottom of a casserole dish large enough to hold the sausage in one layer.
  • Sprinkle the sauerkraut with salt and pepper and 1 tbsp of So Nourished brown sugar substitute.
  • Top with the sausage and prick the each sausage with a fork in 4-5 places.
  • Bake uncovered at 350-F for about 45 minutes or until the sausage have reached an internal temperature of 165-F.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 sausage and 1/2 cup sauerkraut, Calories 522 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 44 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Sodium 2099 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 2 g

KIELBASA AND SAUERKRAUT SHEET PAN DINNER



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Make a whole dinner on one sheet pan in a matter of minutes with this simple, satisfying recipe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 pound (about 3 cups) fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound smoked kielbasa, cut on the bias into eight 2-inch long pieces
1 cup prepared sauerkraut
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Turn up four edges of a large piece of foil to make a rectangular tray (about 12 by 5 inches) for the sauerkraut; set aside
  • On one side of the baking sheet, toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, and sprinkle with some salt and pepper; spread the potatoes into an even layer. Place the kielbasa on the other side of the baking sheet, leaving an empty place in the center for the foil tray. Brush the kielbasa with the remaining olive oil. Roast until the kielbasa begins to brown in spots and the potatoes are almost completely tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Toss the sauerkraut with the caraway seeds and spread into an even layer in the prepared foil baking tray. Place the foil tray in the center of the baking sheet. Roast until the potatoes are completely tender and browned, the sauerkraut is warmed through and the kielbasa is browned in spots, 15 minutes more. Divide sausage and vegetables between two plates and enjoy.

SAUSAGE SAUERKRAUT BAKE



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Make and share this Sausage Sauerkraut Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by roslan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium potatoes
8 ounces sauerkraut, drained
1 tablespoon sliced green onion
1/2 lb pork sausage (I use hot Italian, casings removed)
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
parmesan cheese, freshly grated (for the top)

Steps:

  • Peel and cook potatoes.
  • Meanwhile, combine sauerkraut and onion; place in a 2 to 3 cup casserole.
  • Brown sausage meat; drain; spoon over sauerkraut.
  • Drain potatoes; mash with milk, butter, salt and pepper.
  • Spread potatoes over sausage; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in a 400 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes or till lightly browned.
  • This recipe can be doubled, tripled or made for a large gathering.
  • Just remember to increase the size of the casserole dish as well as the ingredients.

SAUERKRAUT WITH POLISH SAUSAGE



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This is our favorite sausage and sauerkraut dish ever. It's very filling and smells wonderful while it's cooking. From the Orbit Restaurant (Polish) in Chicago.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Pork

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices smoked bacon, 2-inch wide strips
1 large onion, sliced
1 carrot, chopped
2 lbs sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
2 cups dry white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon caraway seed
4 juniper berries or 1 tablespoon gin
1 1/2 lbs kielbasa, 3-inch lengths

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300ºF.
  • Place bacon, onion and carrot in heavy large ovenproof Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Saute until onion is tender but not brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Squeeze as much liquid as possible from sauerkraut.
  • Add sauerkraut to Dutch oven.
  • Add wine, stock, caraway seeds and juniper berries.
  • Bring to simmer.
  • Cover tightly, place in oven and bake 1 hour.
  • Add kielbasa to Dutch oven, pushing into sauerkraut.
  • Cover and bake 1 hour.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat, stirring frequently).

SAUSAGE AND SAUERKRAUT CASSEROLE



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This recipe has been in our family for over 50 years, and it's always been our favorite casserole! Now that our four children are grown and gone, I don't often make family-sized meals...but we still enjoy this casserole often, because it's so simple to prepare and reheats nicely.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup sauerkraut
1 teaspoon sugar
4 to 5 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook pork over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the tomatoes, sauerkraut and sugar to skillet. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 2 minutes., Drain macaroni; add to skillet with cheese. Spoon into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 634mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of sausage: Bratwurst, kielbasa, and smoked sausage are all good options for this recipe. Just be sure to choose a sausage that is fully cooked, so that it can be reheated quickly in the oven.
  • Use a good quality sauerkraut: Look for sauerkraut that is made with fresh cabbage and has a tangy, sour flavor. Avoid sauerkraut that has been sweetened or has added preservatives.
  • Roast the vegetables before adding them to the sauerkraut: This will help to bring out their natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Use a variety of spices: Caraway seeds, juniper berries, and bay leaves are all classic spices that pair well with sauerkraut. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
  • Serve the roasted sausage and sauerkraut with your favorite sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, or dumplings are all good options.

Conclusion:

Roasted sausage and sauerkraut is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a winter meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying roasted sausage and sauerkraut dish that your family and friends will love.

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