SAUERKRAUT AND KIELBASA (CROCK POT)

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I love sauerkraut but the rest of my family aren't fans, but even my family enjoyed sauerkraut cooked this way served with rye bread. Adapted from Slow Cooker Cooking.

Provided by ellie_

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 9h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 lbs sauerkraut, drained and rinsed (2 32-ounce jars)
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, peeled and cut lengthwise in half and then sliced cross wise into thin 1/4 inch half circles
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 bay leaves
12 juniper berries (optional) or 1/4 cup gin (optional)
pepper
16 ounces kielbasa, cut into 1/4 inch round slices
2 cups white wine or 2 cups white grape juice
4 cups chicken broth (or 4 cups water and 3 bouillon cubes)

Steps:

  • Place the drained sauerkraut in the slow cooker.
  • Add onion, carrot, garlic, caraway seeds, thyme, bay leaves, juniper berries or gin (if using) and pepper.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Place kielbasa on top of all.
  • Pour in the wine (or grape juice) and broth on top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  • Discard bay leaves and serve.

Mathu Yogarajah
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover ham. I usually add some chopped ham to the sauerkraut and kielbasa.


Zarsheed Khan
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I love the tangy flavor of the sauerkraut in this dish. It's a great way to change up the usual kielbasa and potatoes.


Mujtaba Ali Naqvi
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This recipe is perfect for a party. It's easy to make and it can be served hot or cold.


Norajean Wapoose
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I've made this recipe for years and it's always a hit. I usually double the recipe because it disappears so quickly!


Mithu Sheak
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat sauerkraut. My kids love the kielbasa and the sauerkraut is a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables.


Awais Sheikh
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it always turns out delicious.


Raju Gour
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter day. The sauerkraut and kielbasa are so comforting and the crock pot makes it so easy to cook.


Charles Fabian
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The sauerkraut and kielbasa were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Percy Drew
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sauerkraut. I also like to add some chopped carrots and celery for extra flavor.


omes omar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes and a side of applesauce.


Awaga Desmond
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This dish is a classic for a reason. The sauerkraut and kielbasa are a perfect combination, and the crock pot makes it so easy to cook.


Safal Bhujel
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and the results are always delicious. I usually add a little extra caraway seeds and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of extra flavor.


Khaliun Batdelger
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This sauerkraut and kielbasa crock pot dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.