GERMAN SAUERKRAUT SOUP

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Linda Dembroski who originated the recipe said: "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 Steve P.

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 smoked ham hocks
2 yellow onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 quarts water
1 lb sauerkraut, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained (or substitute thick sliced or diced potatoes if you prefer)
1/2 lb 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. Sauté 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 or potatoes 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, and potatoes if you are using them are tender.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the sour cream. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630.6, Fat 41.9, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 63.9, Sodium 1270.8, Carbohydrate 45.6, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 20.1

Bokhutlo Fredericks
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This soup is a must-try for any sauerkraut lover.


robin martin
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Rania Ramadan
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I love that this soup is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my own taste.


Exceptional Raju
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This soup is perfect for a party. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.


Nirjal Manandhar
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This soup is a little too salty for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if there was less salt added.


Real Pokemon Master
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I'm not a big fan of sauerkraut, but I actually really enjoyed this soup.


ruaa um 7ala
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut.


Nethuki
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This soup is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Grace Bongisiwe
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The sausage and apples add a nice sweetness to the soup.


shadokht Jahan
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I love the tangy flavor of the sauerkraut in this soup.


Idowu Araoyinbo
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty, filling, and packed with flavor.


J0eYT (yourselfyt on twitch)
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This soup was a little too sour for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if there was more sausage and less sauerkraut.


Million Man
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of the sauerkraut, sausage, and apples.


Saeed Anwar
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was a little tangy for my taste, so I added a bit of sugar to balance it out.


Erik Gomez
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This sauerkraut soup was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the soup was hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.