Best 6 Slow Cooked Sauerkraut Soup Recipes

Slow-cooked sauerkraut soup has a long history as a hearty, comforting dish, and for good reason. The combination of tangy sauerkraut, tender vegetables, and savory broth creates a soup that is both flavorful and satisfying. Perfect for a cold winter day, this soup is a great way to warm up and get your fill of essential nutrients.

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

SAUERKRAUT SOUP II

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This is a wonderful recipe I learned while in college. Serve with a nice crusty bread. You can make this on the stove or in a slow cooker, whichever one fits your lifestyle. Just make sure you have a 4 quart size slow cooker. Note: to make this soup less fattening omit the cream of chicken soup and one of the cans of water.

Provided by Terrilyn Singleton

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 ½ cups water
4 cups chicken broth
½ pound sauerkraut
1 onion, finely diced
1 (15 ounce) can carrots, drained
1 (15 ounce) can sliced potatoes, drained
1 pound smoked sausage of your choice, sliced
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a 4 to 6 quart slow cooker, blend the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, water, and chicken broth. Stir in sauerkraut, onion, carrots, potatoes, and sausage. Season with dill and garlic.
Cover, and cook on High for 4 hours, or Low for up to 8 hours. Taste, and season with salt and pepper to your liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 53.3 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 2556.5 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

SLOW-COOKED SAUERKRAUT SOUP

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We live in Lancaster County, which has a rich heritage of German culture. Our dishes often include sauerkraut, potatoes and sausage. We enjoy this recipe on cold winter evenings, along with muffins and fruit. -Linda Lohr, Lititz, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 5h20m

Yield 12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 medium potato, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 pound smoked kielbasa, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 can (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons dill weed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 to 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 12 ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 5-6 hours or until the vegetables are tender. Skim fat. Garnish with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 1442mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SLOW COOKER SAUERKRAUT AND SAUSAGE

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Here's an old recipe I have used for years. Sauerkraut and pork sausage cooked slowly in a slow cooker. Yummm!

Provided by grannycancook

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Ground Pork Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 (20 ounce) can sauerkraut
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ pounds ground pork sausage
1 onion, sliced

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine the sauerkraut and brown sugar. then place in slow cooker. Arrange the sausage and onion over the sauerkraut.
Cook on high for two hours, check for dryness, adding some water if necessary, then reduce to low setting, and cook on low for two more hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 639.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 92.6 mg, Fat 55.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 1652.7 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

SAUERKRAUT SOUP

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Make and share this Sauerkraut Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mom2Rose

Categories German

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

10 ounces sauerkraut
9 ounces bacon, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 large garlic clove, crushed
4 1/4 cups cold water
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
5 ounces smoked sausage, sliced (your choice of sausage)
5 ounces sour cream
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Rinse the sauerkraut in cold water and leave to drain.
Place sauerkraut, onion, garlic and cold water in a large saucepan with seasoning.
Bring to the boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, fry the chopped bacon in a deep frying pan until the fat starts to run.
Stir in the paprika and mix into the sauerkraut mixture.
Return to a gentle simmer for another 15 minutes then add the dill and sausage of your choice.
Stir in the cream, check the seasoning and reheat until just on the point of boiling.
Serve with rye bread.

CROCK POT SAUERKRAUT SOUP

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Make and share this Crock Pot Sauerkraut Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Judikins

Categories Chicken

Time 10h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3 cups chicken broth
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
6 Polish sausage, cooked and sliced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium potatoes, chopped
2 medium carrots, diced
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can sauerkraut, drained & well rinsed (2 cans if you really like sauerkraut)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dill weed

Steps:

Put all ingredients in crock-pot; cook on low for 10 hours.
(You can start it on high for 3 hours to lesson cooking time.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1470.2, Fat 108.6, SaturatedFat 37.9, Cholesterol 290.9, Sodium 4893.2, Carbohydrate 44.2, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 9.3, Protein 76.5

SLOW-COOKER SAUERKRAUT

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The recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut until I tried this and fell in love. It's terrific as a side dish or on reuben sandwiches. -Karen Tringali, Minooka, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon strips, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup white vinegar
3/4 cup sugar
2 cans (14 ounces each) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon and onions over medium heat until bacon is crisp and onions are just tender, 5-7 minutes. Add vinegar and sugar to skillet; cook and stir 5 minutes. Add sauerkraut and caraway seeds to skillet; stir to combine. Transfer mixture to 4-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on low to allow flavors to blend, 1-2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

Choose a good quality sauerkraut. Look for sauerkraut that is made with natural fermentation and does not contain any preservatives or additives.
Rinse the sauerkraut before using. This will help to remove any excess salt and sourness.
Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. This will add flavor and nutrients.
Add some herbs and spices to your soup. This will help to enhance the flavor.
Cook the soup slowly. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt. This will add a creamy richness to the soup.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooked sauerkraut soup is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut. With its tangy flavor and variety of vegetables, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give this slow-cooked sauerkraut soup a try. You won't be disappointed!