The flavor combination of this dish, is one you will enjoy, even if you are on the fence regarding sauerkraut...
This is actually a very light dinner, contrary to the popular opinion that sauerkraut with sausages is a fall or winter dish for hearty appetites. The tangy kraut is a very nice change of pace. Plus this is a great recipe to keep in mind when there is not a lot of fresh meat at the market, or your own pantry is running low. Which happened this week, before we completed our grocery shopping in town.
For those that do not make their own sauerkraut, you may use any form of sauerkraut you wish. Sauerkraut can be found in jars or cans on the grocery shelves. As well as in some dairy cases wrapped up, in sealed plastic bags. We were fortunate to used our homemade sauerkraut for this dish. Honestly, we can't wait to make Sauerkraut and Kielbasa again, but first, we will need to make more 'kraut!
Easy prep, hands off cooking, and dinner is waiting for you after a busy day.
The preparation for this dish is simple, and as with most slow cooker meals, there will be plenty of time for relaxing or getting other chores completed, the choice is yours. Serve with slices of dark bread and butter or boiled red potatoes. Then call the family the table and enjoy a delicious meal together! For individual taste preferences, you might want to offer your favorite mustard, for the slices of Kielbasa, but the kraut is perfect just the way it is!Ingredients needed for this recipe:
- bacon
- sauerkraut
- Kielbasa
- onion
- brown sugar, you can make your own!
You will also need the following:
- slow cooker
- kitchen knife
- chopping board
- measuring spoons
- medium sized skillet or sauté pan
Now we are ready to begin!
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Sauerkraut and Kielbasa
adapted from: Fix it and Forget It, New cookbook
UPDATED: 07.25.2024
5 slices bacon
1 medium onion, diced
2 pounds sauerkraut - drained
2-3 T brown sugar
1 pound kielbasa, cut on the diagonal into 3/4 inch slices
In a medium sized skillet sauté the bacon until crisp, remove and lay on paper toweling to drain. In the drippings, sauté the onion. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon, drain off the excess bacon fat before adding to the slow cooker.
Crumble the bacon slices, and mix with the sauerkraut, onion, brown sugar, and sliced kielbasa in a 5-qt slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Serve.
5 slices bacon
1 medium onion, diced
2 pounds sauerkraut - drained
2-3 T brown sugar
1 pound kielbasa, cut on the diagonal into 3/4 inch slices
In a medium sized skillet sauté the bacon until crisp, remove and lay on paper toweling to drain. In the drippings, sauté the onion. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon, drain off the excess bacon fat before adding to the slow cooker.
Crumble the bacon slices, and mix with the sauerkraut, onion, brown sugar, and sliced kielbasa in a 5-qt slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Serve.
Storage options for Sauerkraut and Kielbasa. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to four days. I do not recommend freezing this dish, due to the sauerkraut.
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Sauerkraut and Kielbasa
adapted from: Fix it and Forget It, New cookbook
adapted from: Fix it and Forget It, New cookbook
UPDATED: 07.25.2024
5 slices bacon
1 medium onion, diced
2 pounds sauerkraut - drained
2-3 T brown sugar
1 pound kielbasa, cut on the diagonal into 3/4 inch slices
In a medium sized skillet sauté the bacon until crisp, remove and lay on paper toweling to drain. In the drippings, sauté the onion. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon, drain off the excess bacon fat before adding to the slow cooker.
Crumble the bacon slices, and mix with the sauerkraut, onion, brown sugar, and sliced kielbasa in a 5-qt slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Serve.
5 slices bacon
1 medium onion, diced
2 pounds sauerkraut - drained
2-3 T brown sugar
1 pound kielbasa, cut on the diagonal into 3/4 inch slices
In a medium sized skillet sauté the bacon until crisp, remove and lay on paper toweling to drain. In the drippings, sauté the onion. Remove from skillet with a slotted spoon, drain off the excess bacon fat before adding to the slow cooker.
Crumble the bacon slices, and mix with the sauerkraut, onion, brown sugar, and sliced kielbasa in a 5-qt slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Serve.
Storage options for Sauerkraut and Kielbasa. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to four days. I do not recommend freezing this dish, due to the sauerkraut.
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This sounds delicious - thanks for sharing!
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DeleteMy turn to say I don't know what Kielbasa is. Off to google!
ReplyDeleteKielbasa is tasty, but any sausage of your choice would go nicely!
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I was amazed, that little bit of bacon makes it pretty darn good!
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Thank you Miz Helen!
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DeleteMelynda, this sounds delicious. I'm going to make this very soon. I was just looking for a new slow cooker recipe, and this is perfect! Thank you for sharing your recipe at The Crazy Little Lovebirds link party #48. ♡
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DeleteMelynda, I love making sauerkraut and kielbasa in the slow cooker. I've got to share, when I was growing up my dad made home made sauerkraut, buried in a crock in the ground to ferment. I refused to eat it. He used to make home made dandelion wine fermented in a crock in the ground too. I wouldn't try that either. LOL!
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Paula, we had a crock of kraut in one corner of our house, and Dad has some home brew in another, and often a crock of pickles in yet another. I love it all, and have always been intrigued with Dandelion wine...thanks for stopping by, I appreciate it!
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