GERMAN SAUERKRAUT SOUP

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This German New Year's soup contains pork and sauerkraut for good luck in the new year. It's wonderful with fresh warm bread. This recipe has been a family tradition for forty years

Provided by Linda Dembroski

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 smoked ham hocks
2 yellow onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 quarts water
1 pound sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
½ pound bacon, chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sautee onion and garlic until tender; set aside. Put ham hocks, onion, garlic and water into a stockpot, season with pepper to taste, cover and bring to a simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Stir the sauerkraut and beans into the soup. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Remove bacon into the stockpot, reserving drippings. Stir flour into the bacon drippings to make a roux. Stir the roux into the soup. Continue to simmer the soup until thick. Remove from the heat and stir in the sour cream. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 869 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 186.3 mg, Fat 68.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 24.9 g, Sodium 873 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Ahmedkhan bhai
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


ARAMORA GONZÁLEZ
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I've been making this soup for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Tarikul Noyon
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This soup is a must-try for any sauerkraut lover. It's tangy, savory, and absolutely delicious.


Aliyu Shehu
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers.


Asad ur. TM\[aLOnE BeET
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover ham or turkey. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Naveed Akash
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


KHALFAN
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.


Roxanne R
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I'm not a huge fan of sauerkraut, but this soup is delicious. The flavors are perfectly balanced.


Ssekisawo Kabuye paul
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The best part about this soup is that it's so easy to make. Just throw everything in a pot and let it simmer.


Mustapha Abdullahi
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with sauerkraut, carrots, celery, and onions.


Sara Josi
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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and delicious!


Umar Ayub Umari
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This soup is so hearty and filling. It's the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Lindiwe Baduza
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've added different vegetables and meats to it and it always turns out great.


Good hope Musinahama
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This is the best sauerkraut soup recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing.


Mazbaul Hassan
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut.


TheAngryRobot of Anger
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This soup is the perfect balance of tangy and savory. Highly recommend!


Rana Taqi
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I'm not a huge fan of sauerkraut, but this soup changed my mind. It's so flavorful and addictive.


ramona peterson
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This recipe is easy to follow and the soup turned out great! My family loved it.


AChi Beltus
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I added some kielbasa to my soup and it was delicious! Will definitely be making this again.


Redson Chali
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This sauerkraut soup is incredibly flavorful and comforting. The perfect meal for a cold winter day.